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BiomechanicsLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: NA00ED69

Credits

5 op

Teaching language

  • Finnish

Responsible person

  • Marja Turkki

Objective

You master the biomechanics of the locomotor system, as applicable.

You understand the biomechanical functioning of the body for advanced studies.

You deepen your knowledge and skills especially in osteokinematics and arthrokinematics as required in the profession.

You are able to analyze the biomechanics of the body and apply it in the clinical work.

Content

What are the basic concepts of biomechanics in the functioning of the locomotor system?

How do I observe the functioning of the body and understand it from a mechanical point of view?

How do I apply biomechanics in the functioning of the locomotor system?

How do I use biomechanics from an aetiological and treatment point of view?

Enrollment

06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023

Timing

01.01.2024 - 31.05.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Department of Health Care and Emergency Care

Campus

Kotka Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
  • Niko Leinonen
Groups
  • NAKT22SP
    Naprapathy, full-time studies

Objective

You master the biomechanics of the locomotor system, as applicable.

You understand the biomechanical functioning of the body for advanced studies.

You deepen your knowledge and skills especially in osteokinematics and arthrokinematics as required in the profession.

You are able to analyze the biomechanics of the body and apply it in the clinical work.

Content

What are the basic concepts of biomechanics in the functioning of the locomotor system?

How do I observe the functioning of the body and understand it from a mechanical point of view?

How do I apply biomechanics in the functioning of the locomotor system?

How do I use biomechanics from an aetiological and treatment point of view?

Evaluation scale

1-5