DPT 705A - Biomechanics I

(3 units)

Prerequisite(s): DPT 701. Open to DPT graduate students only
Study of tissue (bone, muscle, connective tissue, cartilage) mechanics and patho-mechanics including use/disuse with application to therapeutic procedures, including the study of joint mechanics and patho-mechanics, posture and movement of the limbs, temporomandibular joint, neck and trunk.

Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 3 hours)