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Biomechanical Interventions (OCT 5 125 C)

Term: 2016-2017 Academic Year Summer

Faculty

Melinda Webster Petty
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Elisabeth Cullum McGee
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Schedule

Tue, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (5/4/2017 - 8/16/2017) Location: MAIN
Wed, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM (5/4/2017 - 8/16/2017) Location: MAIN

Description

This course presents the theory and rationale of competency-based occupational therapy and evidence-based interventions for clients with orthopedic deficits. Students will apply biomechanical frames of reference, evaluation and treatment to the specific problems limiting a clients independence in basic or instrumental activities of daily living. These performance limitations may include ROM, strength, pain, sensory loss, endurance, work conditioning, posture, ergonomics and other physical disabilities.