This four credit course (2 lecture, 2 lab) is designed for students pursuing a certification in athletic training or similar health care profession. A combination of lecture and laboratory experiences will be provided in order for the student to learn and demonstrate appropriate assessment and care for patients, specific to the lower extremity. Regional study of orthopedic evaluation, assessment, management, and rehabilitation of the lower extremity will be covered. Laboratory experiences will focus on performance of evaluation of regional areas and application of rehabilitation techniques for a variety of lower extremity health conditions.

This four credit course (2 lecture, 2 lab) is designed for students pursuing a certification in athletic training or similar health care profession. A combination of lecture and laboratory experiences will be provided in order for the student to learn and demonstrate appropriate assessment and care for patients, specific to the lower extremity. Regional study of orthopedic evaluation, assessment, management, and rehabilitation of the lower extremity will be covered. Laboratory experiences will focus on performance of evaluation of regional areas and application of rehabilitation techniques for a variety of lower extremity health conditions.