PTA 125 — Kinesiology (4) (2,4)
Kinesiology is the study of movement, combining concepts from other courses, such as anatomy, physiology, physics, and biology, and relating them to human movement. Understanding biomechanics, kinetics, osteo, and arthrokinematics is essential to physical therapy. This course will also serve as a further review of musculoskeletal function and its interdependence with other systems. This course will prepare students to understand joint structure and muscle function and aid them in learning how to execute treatment related to functional mobility and stability. Body structures previously studied in anatomy and physiology will be further examined as they apply to movement performance, posture, balance, and gait. Each major joint of the musculoskeletal system, as well as major body systems, will be reviewed. Students will learn joint mobility and soft tissue palpation skills, as well as data collection and measurements of ROM, muscle strength, length, and tone in laboratory practice, to prepare for patient data collection and execute appropriate treatment strategies. All course information will be related to applying clinical practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available Physical Therapist Assistant Program SPECIAL NOTE: Explore the Physical Therapist Assistant Program and come to an information session .