HHP3074 — Assessment of Lower Extremities
The purpose of the course is to develop knowledge, skill, and understanding of the evaluation process of common performance injuries, including in-depth studies of the anatomical, physiological, and pathological processes that occur due to injury and illness. Etiology, mechanisms, signs, symptoms, and special tests associated with the thorax, abdominal, thoracic, and lumbar spine, hip, knee, ankle, and foot injuries and illnesses will be examined. Practical evaluation skills and injury disposition proficiency will be improved. This class will incorporate the use of practical laboratory experiences—Pre requisite HHP Assessment of Upper Extremities. HHP 3084 Therapeutic Modalities . The student will explore and discuss the modern philosophies concerning therapeutically treating the injuries seen in health and human performance. The student will study and learn the current trends and concepts of applying modalities to improve and treat injuries to the physically active individual. Through both didactic and laboratory components, the student will plan a successful rehabilitation protocol involving a wide variety of therapeutic modalities. HHP 4094 Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Exercise. This course is designed for the student to attain competency in procedures and techniques used in injury rehabilitation. Specific indications, contraindications, physiological effects, and resistance methods will be investigated. Through both didactic and a laboratory component, the student will