XSCI 3740 - Clinical Biomechanics

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

Provides an introduction to the mechanical principles relevant to the understanding of human motion in the context of clinical populations, movement pathologies, and therapy. The focus will be on the mechanics and anatomical geometry of human movement, as well as muscular control and mechanics. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe the temporal and kinematic features of basic human movements. 2. Compare normal motion to pathological motion and discuss biomechanical influences on the latter. 3. Apply qualitative analysis to joint mechanics during activities of daily living. 4. Explain the effects of weight, muscle, and neural activity on pain and altered movement strategies. 5. Explain and measure anatomical alignment and the human gait cycle. 6. Explain electromyography. Prerequisites: XSCI 2020 or XSCI 1025 and BIOL 2320 and BIOL 2325 and BIOL 2420 and BIOL 2425 (All grade C or higher).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/15/2018 - 08/14/2022 

Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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