AH 304A - Introduction to Sports Medicine

Institution:

Merrimack College

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Description:

Designed to acquaint the student with the field of sports medicine by investigating its relationship with orthopedic medicine, nutrition, and human physiological processes. The role of sports medicine in society, the role of the athletic trainer in sport, nutrition and the athlete, drug use in sports, and modalities used in the rehabilitation of sports injuries will be studied. There will be a concentration on major joint injuries with respect to their prevention and evaluation. The mechanics of injury, emergency care, rehabilitation, and strapping techniques will be covered. Prerequisite: AH 099A. Three hours and one laboratory period per week.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.merrimack.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 837-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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