Functional Movement and Biomechanics.

Catalog description

An overview of kinesiology and biomechanics to explore the inter-relationship between the human musculoskeletal systems producing movement and engagement in daily occupations. Review of biomechanics in association with position and movement as well as activity demands, person factors, and environmental demands. Attention to how length and relationship to joint axes can change and influence movements as well as therapeutic exercise. Includes manual muscle testing and goniometric measures in the context of occupational performance. The emphasis of this course will be on rehabilitation, and functional movement restoration. Prerequisite: Admission to the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program.