OTA 250 — Functional Kinesiology
Credit Hours: 2 Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program. In this course, students use and apply their knowledge of anatomy and physiology to study muscle groups and their function relative to performing various activities. Analysis of functional movement patterns required for work, self-care, play, and leisure activities is emphasized. Manual muscle testing, range of motion, goniometry and basic transfer skills are practiced. Principles of energy conservation, joint protection and work simplification are presented. Prevention, health maintenance and safety procedures relevant to functional mobility are reviewed. Offered Spring only.