Cardiopulmonary and Muscle Physiology

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This course explores the integrated physiology of the respiratory, circulatory, and musculoskeletal systems with a focus on their roles in oxygen transport, performance, and recovery. Students will analyze how factors such as aging, exercise, extreme environments, and injury impact cardiopulmonary and skeletal muscle function, including adaptive and maladaptive responses. Emphasis is placed on applying physiological principles to assess performance, understand injury mechanisms, and evaluate rehabilitation strategies.