10524157PTA Applied Kinesiology 2
Course Information
Description
Applies basic principles from PTA Kinesiology 1 to the axial skeleton and upper quadrant including location and identification of muscles, joints and other landmarks. Assess range of motion and strength of the axial skeleton and upper quadrant. Integrate analysis of posture and gait.
Total Credits
3

Course Competencies
  1. Explain the anatomy and kinematics of the shoulder complex
    Assessment Strategies
    by locating on diagrams or models
    by analysis (format may be oral, written, or graphic)
    by answering questions on one or more exams
    Criteria
    you identify the components of the shoulder complex
    you apply the basic principles of kinesiology to the shoulder complex
    you identify origin, insertion, action and innervation of the muscles of the shoulder complex
    you describe movement of the shoulder complex
    you palpate anatomical structures of the shoulder complex

  2. Explain the anatomy and kinematics of the elbow
    Assessment Strategies
    by analysis (format may be oral, written, or graphic)
    by locating on diagrams or models
    by answering questions on one or more exams
    Criteria
    you identify the components of the elbow
    you apply the basic principles of kinesiology to the elbow
    you identify origin, insertion, action and innervation of the muscles of the elbow
    you describe movement of the elbow
    you palpate anatomical structures of the elbow

  3. Explain the anatomy and kinematics of the wrist/hand
    Assessment Strategies
    by analysis (format may be oral, written, or graphic)
    by locating on diagrams or models
    by answering questions on one or more exams
    Criteria
    you identify the components of the wrist and hand
    you apply the basic principles of kinesiology to the wrist and hand
    you identify origin, insertion, action and innervation of the muscles of the wrist and hand
    you describe movement of the wrist and hand
    you palpate anatomical structures of the wrist and hand

  4. Explain the anatomy and kinematics the axial skeleton
    Assessment Strategies
    by analysis (format may be oral, written, or graphic)
    by locating on diagrams or models
    by answering questions on one or more exams
    Criteria
    you identify the components of the axial skeleton
    you apply the basic principles of kinesiology to the axial skeleton
    you identify origin, insertion, action of the muscles of the axial skeleton
    you describe movements of the axial skeleton
    you palpate anatomical structures of the axial skeleton

  5. Analyze features of normal posture
    Assessment Strategies
    by performing an analysis (written, graphic, or 3D model)
    by answering questions on one or more exams
    in a skill demonstration
    Criteria
    you identify features of normal postural alignment
    you describe common abnormal postural deviations
    you identify the effects of posture on the musculoskeletal system
    you differentiate normal and abnormal posture
    you perform and record anthropomorphic measurements

  6. Conduct gait assessment
    Assessment Strategies
    in a skill demonstration
    by answering questions on one or more exams
    by performing an analysis (written, graphic, or 3D model)
    Criteria
    you analyze the motion of the hip, knee, and ankle during stance phase of gait
    you analyze the motion of the hip, knee, and ankle during the swing phase of gait
    you differentiate between abnormal and normal movement of each phase of gait
    you identify common abnormal gait deviations
    you describe abnormal gait patterns associated with weakness and restricted range of motion

  7. Analyze normal movement in the upper quadrant
    Assessment Strategies
    by developing an analysis (written, graphic, or 3D model)
    by answering questions on one or more exams
    Criteria
    you identify movement at each joint
    you analyze movement at each joint and how it affects other joints in the kinetic chain

  8. Assess joint range of motion for the axial skeleton
    Assessment Strategies
    in a skill demonstration
    by answering questions on one or more written exams
    Criteria
    you position yourself and subject
    you align and read goniometer correctly
    you document data
    you instruct subject in correct motion
    you differentiate between normal and restricted range of motion
    you verbalize an explanation of the process

  9. Assess joint range of motion for the upper quadrant
    Assessment Strategies
    in a skill demonstration
    by answering questions on one or more exams
    Criteria
    you position yourself and subject
    you document data
    you align and read goniometer correctly
    you instruct subject in correct motion
    you differentiate between normal and restricted range of motion
    you verbalize an explanation of the process

  10. Assess muscle length for the upper quadrant and axial skeleton
    Assessment Strategies
    through analysis (format may be oral, written, or graphic)
    in a skill demonstration
    by answering questions on one or more written exams
    Criteria
    you differentiate between muscular and joint restriction
    you document data
    you assess passive range of motion
    you recognize abnormal and normal muscle length
    you position yourself and subject
    you demonstrate special tests
    you verbalize an explanation of the process

  11. Assess muscle strength for the upper quadrant and axial skeleton
    Assessment Strategies
    in a skill demonstration
    by answering questions on one or more written exams
    Criteria
    you position and observe subject
    you identify presence or absence of muscle mass
    you apply correct manual resistance
    you perform all critical steps in the right order
    you identify the correct muscle grade
    you verbalize an explanation of the process
    you position yourself applying correct body mechanics
    you document data

  12. Analyze functional movement
    Assessment Strategies
    performing an analysis of a functional movement (written, oral or 3D model)
    by answering questions on one or more exams
    Criteria
    you analyze motion of all joints involved in the movement including upper and lower quadrant
    you analyze muscle activity involved with the movement