KIN 409 - Spinal Biomechanics & Low Back Disorders

Units: 3
A multidisciplinary (e.g., biomechanical, psychosocial, physiological, motor control, clinical and legislative) approach to low-back disorders to improve decision-making about assessment, injury prevention, and rehabilitation.

Prerequisites: KIN 303.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Variable Intermittently

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Recall and Explain Functional anatomy of the lumbar spine and lumbar spine stability
Analyze and Assess Back Belts
Evaluate Spinal motion and movement errors
Design a spinal exercise program