Course Overview
Examines in detail force tolerance and mobility of the skeletal system to determine loss associated with various physical disorders or amputations and the residual function upon which a prosthesis or orthosis can be based. Also explores the effect of pressure on soft tissue. Analyzes various spinal and upper limb devices from the viewpoint of the mechanical forces at work and their effect on the disabled person.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in PROR 2230
Credits
2.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Apply the principles of kinematics to the motions of the spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand.
- Apply the principles of kinetics to the forces experienced by the spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand.
- Explain the mechanical principles underlying commonly used orthoses and prostheses of the spine and upper limb.
- Identify characteristics of normal and pathological gait.
Effective as of Fall 2011
Related Programs
Biomechanics 3 (PROR 3320) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Prosthetics and Orthotics
Diploma Full-time
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