OT 430 - Biomechanical Aspects of Occupational Performance

Cr Hrs: 3

The course will integrate the study of the structure and function of muscles and joints. The students will be prepared to consider occupations for therapeutic intervention based on biomechanical analysis. It will examine properties of muscles and muscle contractions, range of motion, strength and joint structure to address occupational performance dysfunction. The course will help apply the utilization of lower limb muscles in ambulation and stability and help formulate and apply determination of manual muscle range of motion normative data, goniometry measurement and functional range for clinical application, explore joint structure, function and joint categories. Initial practice in patient handling techniques, transfers and proper body mechanics will be included.
Grade Mode: Standard
Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Lab-based
Term offered: Spring

Instructor of Record, Spring: Brittany Morgan Hoffer