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ATTR 323

I. Course Title: Assessment of Athletic Injuries I 鈥� The Extremities

II. Course Number: ATTR 323

III. Credit Hours: 3 credits

IV. Prerequisites: ESHE 201 and cumulative GPA of 3.0.

     Pre- or Corequisites: ESHE 390.

V. Course Description: Laboratory and clinical experiences in the recognition and evaluation of athletic injuries occurring to the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, shoulder, ankle, shin, knee, thigh and hip.

Note(s): Applied Learning designated course.  Students cannot receive credit for both ESHE 323 and ATTR 323.

VI. Detailed Description of Content of the Course:

This course is designed to provide students with experience in both the didactic and psychomotor aspects of injury evaluation.  Special emphasis is given to the decision-making processes involved with injury assessment.  For each joint studied in this class students will review the anatomy and kinematics of the body part, will learn the signs and symptoms of common injuries, and special tests to confirm or rule out those injuries.  In addition, students will learn how to measure joint motion using a goniometer, assess neurological integrity, and demonstrate necessary skills for the profession.

VI. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course:

Students will be taught in a variety of situations including lecture, problem solving sessions and hands on experiences.  Students work in groups to learn skills and will assess the skills of other class members.

VII. Goals and Objectives of the Course:

At the completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Use appropriate terminology to communicate information about athletic injuries
  2. Understand the accepted practice of the prevention of athletic injuries.  This involves physiological, anatomical and psychological implications
  3. Competently assess injuries and suggest appropriate care for those injuries
  4. Determine and execute the proper methods for transporting the injured athlete
  5. Perform a complete physical examination on the foot, ankle, shin, knee, thigh, hip, shoulder, elbow, forearm, hand, wrist and fingers.
  6. Identify basic treatments for common injuries to the above body areas

VIII. Assessment Measures:

Assessment measures may include one or more of the following:

  1. Written examination
  2. Oral/ Practical examination
  3. Written assignments
  4. Critical Reflections

 

Other Course Information: None

 

Review and Approval 

Revised September, 2009

March, 2010

Revised 2012

March 01, 2021

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