FLS 190 Injury Prevention and Management

Assists students in developing and progressing exercise prescriptions for individuals with the goal of preventing or managing common athletic/exercise related injuries. Students learn how to work within their scope of practice in this framework and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

FLS 160, completed with a grade of C- or better. P/NP is not accepted

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Properly use anatomical and kinesiological terminology

2. Analyze the physiological processes of inflammation and pain

3. Apply a joint-by-joint approach to warm-up and training

4. Manage common orthopedic injuries in conjunction with appropriate allied health care team members

5. Develop exercise progressions for major regions of the body

6. Develop instructional handouts for home exercise programs

7. Critique safe lifting form and gait mechanics