Orthopedic Assessment and Treatment - Spine

Catalog description

This course will provide information related to the assessment and treatment of spine and pelvic disorders and malalignments. Students will perform comprehensive examinations, evaluate, analyze, and interpret examination findings, and create patient-centered and evidence-driven intervention plans. The course will emphasize the management of acute and chronic non-emergent spine and pelvis orthopedic conditions and malalignments commonly seen in athletic training clinical practice. Exercise prescription and patient education will be a point of emphasis throughout the course. This course will build on the knowledge presented in Therapeutic Interventions (ATHT 550/L), Orthopedic Assessment & Treatment of the Lower Extremity (ATHT 502/L), and Orthopedic Assessment & Treatment of the Upper Extremity (ATHT 503/L).