AHPT 205 — Anatomy and Kinesiology for the PTA
This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of: the human musculoskeletal system relative in the biomechanical elements of normal and abnormal human motion, osteology and arthrology in relation to muscle action and joint mechanics. The study of goniometry, manual muscle testing, PROM and end feel observations will also be covered in detail. The student will develop palpation skills to effectively locate appropriate anatomical landmarks specific to the musculoskeletal system.