Functional Anatomy

Catalog description

Functional Anatomy is an integrated approach to the gross anatomy of the human body, with particular emphasis on the musculoskeletal and peripheral nervous systems. Consideration will also be given to the study of cells, tissues, and organ systems. The laboratory portion of the course includes examination of prosected human cadavers. The students will use clinical reasoning to connect human anatomy to occupational performance and relate impairments in body structure and function to activity limitations. Course Prerequisites: Matriculation in the CUW’s Occupational Therapy Program, or consent of instructor.