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Biomechanics (5 cr)

Code: NA00DH45-3001

General information


Enrollment
15.08.2019 - 30.08.2019
Registration for the implementation has ended.
Timing
26.08.2019 - 21.12.2019
Implementation has ended.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 cr
Local portion
5 cr
Mode of delivery
Contact learning
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
NAKT18SP
Naprapathy, full-time studies
Course
NA00DH45
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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.

Evaluation

Student is able to:
a. use professional vocabulary systematically.
b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.
c. identify interrelated tasks.

Qualifications

Anatomy
Neuroanatomy and physiology

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