PTA 125 Kinesiology I

4 credits

Principles of kinesiology including osteokinematics, arthrokinematics, force, torque, and levers as applied to human movement. In-depth study of musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology with a focus on application to physical therapy.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Corequisites: All Quarter 1 PTA AAS courses

Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Define commonly used anatomic and kinesiologic terminology
Describe how force, torque, and levers affect human movement
Describe the alignment of the trunk and extremities at rest and during activities
Analyze the planes of motion and axes of rotation for common motions
Accurately identify and palpate anatomical surface landmarks
Describe the structures and functions of joints
Describe the relative stability or mobility of a joint based upon the joint classification and associated supporting structures
Differentiate between osteokinematic and arthrokinematic movement
Describe the arthrokinematic principles of movement
Explain why the shape, cross-sectional area, and line of pull help determine the functional potential of a muscle
Analyze how muscular lines of pull produce specific biomechanical motions
Apply knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology to basic principles of movement, stretching, and strengthening
Identify the bones and primary bony features relevant to joints
Describe the location and primary function of supporting structures for joints
Cite the normal ranges of motion for joints in the human body
Cite the proximal and distal attachments, actions, and innervations of the muscles of the body associated with joints commonly treated in physical therapy
Explain primary muscular interactions in common body motions

Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 30 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 20