Kinesiology

Catalog description

Establishes a basis of general biomechanical principles and detailed understanding of human movement. Identifies and examines anatomical structures in the trunk, shoulder girdle and upper extremity and assesses the function of those structures. Studies surface anatomy and the biomechanics of normal and abnormal muscle and joint action. Laboratory sessions focus on practical applications of anatomical principles including muscle origins and insertions contributing to assessment skills in analysis of joint movement, muscle strength, functional mobility and pain.