Vestibular Sciences III: Sensory and Motor Control of Posture

2 credits · School of Medicine

This course will cover the neural mechanisms of postural control. Multisensory integration and biomechanics that contribute to static and dynamic posture will be explored. Normal and abnormal development, aging, and learning will be presented. The effects of pathology on postural control will be discussed. Technology including computerized dynamic posturography will be used to demonstrate concepts. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Vestibular Sciences I and II, or permission from the instructor. Fall. [2]