Evaluation and Treatment of the Lower Extremities

Catalog description

This course will focus on the etiology, evaluation and rehabilitation of injuries to the lower extremities typically encountered by physically active individuals. Injuries to the lower extremities from the hip to the foot will be covered. Evaluation techniques along with manual therapy and exercise interventions will be explored. Appropriate use of devices, braces and taping as they apply to rehabilitation will be discussed. Both isolated and integrated function of lower extremity joints and related tissues will be emphasized.