Biomechanics (5 cr)
Code: NA00DH45-3001
General information
Enrollment
15.08.2019 - 30.08.2019
Timing
26.08.2019 - 21.12.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Department of Sports and Rehabilitation
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Opettaja Kuntoutus- ja terveysala
Teacher in charge
Marja Turkki
Groups
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NAKT18SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You master applied parts of the biomechanics of the locomotor system.
You are prepared to 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 to 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 of the functioning of the body and understand it from a mechanical point of view.
How do I apply the biomechanics in the functioning of the locomotor system.
How do I use biomechanics from an aetiological and treatment point of view.
Qualifications
Anatomy
Neuroanatomy and physiology