BiomechanicsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You are familiar with the biomechanical principles of lower extremity movements and movement applications, so you can argue and observe the movement and the function of lower extremities from the perspective of biomechanics.You can describe the function of lower extremities and analyze the movement of a human being. You are familiar with to recognize the problems in motion and the underlying structural and biomechanical factors, and their loading effects. 

Content

Mechanics of motion, levels and axes of motion, control of vertical position, kinetic chain, biomechanical loading of lower extremity. Biomechanics of lower extremities, biomechanical deformities and their compensations, loading of lower extremities. 

Qualifications

Anathomy and Physiology 5 cr 

Assessment criteria, good (3)

a. Can use professional vocabulary systematically.  b. Can look for information in the key information sources of the field. d. Can work together with customers, users and target groups.