Orthopedic & Athletic Injury.

Catalog description

A study of the mechanism, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of musculoskeletal injury. The course begins with the study of the injury process from a physiological and biomechanical perspective. The course then progresses into the study of specific injuries to the various areas of the body. The course concludes with the study of various treatment modalities utilized in the health care arena. Departmental adjunct faculty and health professionals from the community serve to expand the course content within their area of expertise. Pre or Corequisite: BIOL 331 and BIOL 331L, BIOL 332 and BIOL 332L. Additional course fee required: $10.