The University of West Alabama

Athletic Training & Sports Medicine Center
Date: August 23, 2004 Professor: Mary L. Jones, PhD, ATC/L
Phone: 652-3509 Off Office: PH 28A
Station #11, UWA, Livingston, AL 35470 mjones@uwa.edu

Athletic Training
AH 320
Athletic Injury/Illness Assessment

TEXT: Booher JM Thibodeau GA: Athletic Injury Assessment, ed 4, Dubuque, IA 2000, McGraw-Hill.
Magee, David J.  Orthopedic Physical Assessment.  Philadelphia, PA. W.B. Saunders, 4th edition, 2002.
Hoppenfeld, Stanley. Physical Examination of the Spine and Extremities. New York, N.Y.: Appleton-Century-Crofts, 1976
Suggested References:
Starkey, Chad & Jeff Ryan. Evaluation of Orthopedic and Athletic Injuries. Philadelphia, PA. F.A. Davis Company, 2nd edition,  2002.
Norkin, Cynthia C. & D. Joyce White, Measurement of Joint Motion: A Guide to Goniometry, Philadelphia, PA. F.A. Davis Company 2nd edition, 1995
Hislop, Helen J. & Jacqueline Montgomery Daniels and Worthingham's Muscle Testing: Techniques of Manual Examination, Philadelphia, PA. W.B. Saunders, 7th edition, 2002.
Kettenbach, Ginge. Writing S.O.A.P. Notes, Philadelphia, PA. F.A. Davis Company 2nd edition, 1995.

CREDIT HOURS: 3 semester hours

PREREQUISITE: AH 200, BY 231, BY 234

DESCRIPTION: General injury/illness assessment techniques with emphasis placed on the specifics of the assessment process including the history, observation, and physical examination.

Objectives: At the conclusion of this course and AH 321, the successful student will be able to:

  1. Understand how to recognize and intelligently evaluate the nature and extent of athletic injuries/illnesses.
  2. Manually & skillfully examine and evaluate athletic injuries/illnesses.
  3. Understand medical referral and the indications for such injuries/illnesses.
  4. Understand the importance of a complete evaluation, assessment, and plan for athletic injuries/illnesses.

CONTENT OUTLINE

  1. Introduction to Assessment
  2. Body Composition, Somatotyping, & Terminology
  3. Osteology
  4. Arthrology
  5. Myology
  6. Neurology
  7. The Body’s Response to Trauma & Environmental Stress
  8. General & Unexposed Athletic Injuries
  9. Psychological Aspects of Injury
  10. Athletic Injury Assessment Considerations
  11. Assessment Procedures
  12. SOAP Notes & Documentation

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Meet at least 2/3 of all class meetings. Attendance at 100% of all class meetings is expected.
  2. Utilization of email, the World Wide Web,  and Blackboard
  3. Each student will participate fully in practical laboratory sessions
  4. Five readings
  5. In class presentation on five readings
  6. Review of Goniometry CD (accessible only through computers in JH216). Related assignments to be announced throughout semester.
  7. Review of Manual Muscle Testing  CD (accessible only through computers in JH216). Related assignments to be announced throughout semester.
  8. Three to five major objective examinations
  9. Comprehensive final examination

EVALUATION:

  1. Five readings of related journal articles 100 points (15%)
  2. In class presentation 100 points (10%)
  3. Three to five major objective examinations 300 - 500 points (50%)
  4. Comprehensive final examination 100 points (25%)

GRADING SCALE:

    100% - 90% = A

      89% - 80% = B

      79% - 70% = C

      69% - 60% = D

      59% and below = F

POLICIES:

  1. Attendance: A student cannot receive credit for a course if he/she does not attend at least two-thirds of the class meetings, regardless of the reason for the absence.
  2. Academic Misconduct: The academic misconduct policy of UWA will be followed in this course.
  3. Request for Accommodation: All request for accommodation, for this course or any school event, are welcome, from students and parents.
  4. Discussion of Grades with Professor: Any student who receives failing grades during this course is urged to discuss this with the teacher.
  5. All make up exams will be scheduled during the final examination period. Exceptions are at the professor's discretion.

The University of West Alabama strives to make its programs accessible to qualified persons defined as disabled under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students who have special needs that require accommodation are responsible for notifying instructors in each course in which they are enrolled and appropriate staff members, who in turn will refer the student to the ADA Compliance Coordinator. Following verification of the student’s status, the ADA Compliance Coordinator will work with the instructor or staff member in implementing an appropriate plan for accommodation of the student’s needs. Support documentation of special needs from a physician or other qualified professional will be required if deemed necessary. For more information, students should contact the Student Success Center, Foust Hall 7, (205) 652-3651 or the Office of Student Life, 311 Webb Hall, (205)652-3581.

COMPETENCIES: The following will be covered in whole or in part where applicable to course objectives.

RISK MANAGEMENT AND  INJURY PREVENTION

Cognitive Domain
    1 - Identifies the physical and environmental risk factors associated with specific activities the physically active person may engage in.
    6 - Describes the principles of effective heat loss and heat illness prevention programs.  These principles include, but are not limited to knowledge of the body's thermoregulatory mechanisms for acclimation and conditioning, fluid and electrolyte replacement requirements, proper practice and competition attire, and weight loss.
    9 - Defines the use of standard tests, test equipment, and testing protocol for the measurement of cardiovascular respiratory fitness, body composition, posture, flexibility or muscular strength, power, and endurance.
    22 - Explains the basic principles and concepts of protective equipment and material composition (e.g., tensile strength, maximum tolerances, heat dissipation).

Affective Domain
    1 - Accepts the moral, professional, and legal responsibilities to conduct safe programs to minimize injury and illness risk factors for individuals involved in physical activity.
    6 - Accepts and respects the established guidelines for scheduling physical activity to prevent exposure to unsafe environmental conditions.
    7 - Appreciates the importance of the body's thermoregulatory mechanisms for acclimation and conditioning, fluid and electrolyte replacements, proper practice and competition attire, and weight loss.

PATHOLOGY OF INJURIES AND ILLNESSES

Cognitive Domain
    6 - Analyzes the normal physiological responses of the human body to trauma and inactivity of specific body tissues (ligaments/capsules, muscles, tendons, and bones).
    11 - Defines the inflammatory response to acute and chronic injury and illness.
    12 - Defines tissue lesions by body system in terms of etiology, pathogenesis, pathomechanics, treatment options, and expected outcomes. 

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

Cognitive Domain
    6 - Differentiates injury recognition, assessment, and diagnosis.
    7 - Describes commonly accepted techniques and procedures for evaluation of the common injuries and illnesses that are incurred by athletes and others involved in physical activity. These techniques and procedures include the following:(a) taking a history, (b) inspection or observation,(c) palpation, (d) functional testing (range of motion, ligamentous or capsular stress, manual muscle, sensory, motor, reflex neurological), (e) special evaluation techniques (e.g., orthopedic tests, auscultation, percussion)
    8 - Explains the relationship of injury assessment to the systematic observation of the person as a whole.
    9 - Demonstrates knowledge of a systematic process that uses the medical or nursing model to obtain a history of an injury or illness that includes, but is not limited to, the mechanism of injury, chief complaint, and previous relevant injuries or illnesses.
    10 - Explains how to take measurements of the neurological function of cranial nerves, spinal nerves, and peripheral nerves, and describes their relationships in a neurological examination.
    11 - Describes the use of myotomes, dermatomes, and reflexes (deep tendon, superficial) including manual muscle-testing, range-of-motion testing, and distinguishes between primary, cortical, and discriminatory forms of sensation.
    12 - Defines the measurement and grading of dermatomes, myotomes, and reflexes and their relationships in a neurological examination.
    13 - Describes active, passive, and resisted range-of-motion testing and differentiates the significance of the findings of each test.
    14 - Explains the role of special tests, testing joint play, and postural examination in injury assessment.
    15 - Explains how to measure resistive range of motion (or strength) of major muscles using manual muscle testing or break tests.
    16 - Differentiates the use of diagnostic tests (x-rays, arthrograms, MRI, CAT scan, bone scan, ultrasound, myelogram) based on their applicability in the assessment of an injury or illness when prescribed by a physician.
    17 - Explains the distinction between body weight and body composition.
    18 - Describes the use of basic somatotyping to quantify objective physical characteristics.
    19 - Explains how to recognize and evaluate athletes and others involved in physical activity who demonstrate clinical signs and symptoms of environmental stress.
    25 - Demonstrates familiarity with the function of a stethoscope in the examination of the heart, lungs, and bowel.
    26 - Uses the terminology necessary to communicate the results of an athletic training assessment to physicians and other health professionals.
    27 - Describes components of medical documentation (e.g., subjective, objective, assessment, plan [SOAP] and history, inspection, palpation, special tests [HIPS])

Affective Domain
    1 - Appreciates the importance of a systematic assessment process in the management of injuries and illness.
    2 - Appreciates the importance of documentation of assessment findings and results.
    3 - Accepts the role of the certified athletic trainer as a primary provider of assessment to the injuries and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity.
    4 - Recognizes the initial clinical evaluation by the certified athletic trainer as an assessment and screening procedure, rather than as a diagnostic procedure.
    5 - Appreciates the practical importance of thoroughness in a clinical evaluation.
    7 - Values the skills and knowledge necessary to competently assess the injuries and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity.

 ACUTE CARE OF INJURIES AND ILLNESSES

Cognitive Domain
    6 - Describes the principles and rationale for a primary survey of the airway, breathing, and circulation.
    7 - Differentiates the components of a secondary survey, including obtaining a history, inspection and observation, palpation, and the use of special tests to determine the type and severity of the injury or illness sustained.
    8 - Interprets vital signs as normal or abnormal including, but not limited to, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and body temperature.
    9 - Assesses pathological signs of injury including, but not limited to, skin temperature, skin color, skin moisture, pupil reaction, and neurovascular function.
    18 - Explains the application principles of cold application, elevation, and compression in treatment of acute non-limb-threatening pathologies.
    19 - Cites the signs, symptoms, and pathology of acute inflammation.
    20 - Recognizes signs and symptoms of head trauma, including loss of consciousness, changes in standardized neurological, cranial nerve assessment, and other symptoms that indicate underlying trauma.
    41 - Recognizes the signs, symptoms, and treatment of individuals suffering from adverse reactions to environmental conditions.
    42 - Uses the information obtained during the examination to determine when to refer an injury or illness for further or immediate medical attention d (e.g., a life- or limb-threatening situation).

Affective Domain
    6 - Appreciates the systematic approach to acute injury or illness of the secondary survey components of obtaining a history, inspection/observation, palpation, and using special tests.
    7 - Realizes the importance of identifying signs and symptoms in cases of possible shock, internal bleeding, and closed-head trauma.

THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES

Cognitive Domain
    3 - Illustrates the use volumetric and anthropometric measurements to determine the effectiveness of treatment outcomes.

THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE

Cognitive Domain
    2 - Describes and interprets appropriate measurement and functional testing procedures as they relate to therapeutic exercise (e.g., use of isokinetic devices, goniometers and dynamometers, postural stability test, hop tests, specific function tests).

GENERAL MEDICAL CONDITIONS AND DISABILITIES

Cognitive Domain
    16 - Identifies the typical symptoms and clinical signs of an injury or illness, including those associated with local tissue inflammation (cellulitis) and systemic infection (lymphangitis, lymphadenitis, bacteremia).

NUTRITIONAL ASPECTS

Cognitive Domain
    12 - Paraphrases the prevailing misconceptions regarding the proper use of food, fluids, and nutritional supplements (common food fads and fallacies and strength or weight gain diets).
    17 - Analyzes the principles of weight control, including body fat percentage, caloric requirements, effects of exercise, and fluid loss.
    18 - Identifies the consequences of improper fluid replacement.
    20 - Summarizes the  proper use of food, fluids, and exercise in weight control to dispel the prevailing misconceptions regarding weight control diet fads and fallacies.

PSYCHOSOCIAL INTERVENTION AND REFERRAL

Cognitive Domain
    22 - Identifies the stress-response model and how it may parallel an injury.

Affective Domain
    8 - Accepts the individual's physical complaint(s) without personal bias or prejudice.

Proficiencies

T.O.

Subj

area

#

Outcome

Taught

Covered

Eval.

 

AC

3-4-1A

evaluate & manage heat exhaustion

AH282

AH200, AH320-321

AH382

 

AC

3-4-1B

evaluate & manage heat syncope

AH282

AH200, AH320-321

AH382

 

AC

3-4-1C

evaluate & manage heat stroke

AH282

AH200, AH320-321

AH382

 

AC

3-4-1D

evaluate & manage hypothermia

AH282

AH200, AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-6-3

demonstrate the ability to interpret data obtained from isokinetic testing & to use this information to determine appropriate follow-up care

AH381

AH320, AH340-341

AH482

 

RM

0-6-4A

perform isometric tests for the ankle

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-6-4B

perform isometric tests for the foot/toes

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-6-4C

perform isometric tests for the knee

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-6-4D

perform isometric tests for the hip

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-6-4E

perform isometric tests for the trunk/torso

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-6-4F

perform isometric tests for the shoulder

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-6-4G

perform isometric tests for the elbow

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-6-4H

perform isometric tests for the wrist

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-6-4I

perform isometric tests for the hand/fingers

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-6-C4

use manual muscle-testing techniques for the cervical spine

AH101

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-1-1C

assess blood pressure

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-1-1D

assess pulse

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-1-1E

assess limb girth

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-1-1F

assess limb length

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-1-1G

assess vision using a Snellen eye chart

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-2-1A

use standardized record keeping methods (e.g., SOAP, HIPS, HOPS)

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-6-C5

administer appropriate sensory, circulatory, & neurological tests for the cervical spine

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-2A

Ascertain body temperature via the following: oral temperature

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-2B

Ascertain body temperature via the following: axillary temperature

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-2C

Ascertain body temperature via the following: tympanic temperature

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-3A

Ascertain the following vital signs: blood pressure

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-3B

Ascertain the following vital signs: pulse (rate & quality)

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-3C

Ascertain the following vital signs: respirations (rate & quality)

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-8

Measure urine values with Chemstrips (dipsticks)

AH102

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-3-1A

demonstrate the ability to use a sling psychrometer

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-3-1B

demonstrate the ability to use a wet bulb globe index

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-3-1C

demonstrate the ability to interpret & present environmental data for the following conditions: heat; wind; humidity; potential for lightning strike; cold; poor air quality

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

RM

0-3-1E

demonstrate the ability to use & interpret weight charts

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-1-3A

identify & classify body types as endomorph

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-1-3B

identify & classify body types as ectomorph

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-1-3C

identify & classify body types as mesomorph

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-3-1A

identify & palpate the following: bony landmarks of the head, trunk, spine, scapula, & extremities

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-3-1B

identify & palpate the following: soft tissue structures of the head, trunk, spine, & extremities

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-3-1C

identify & palpate the following: abdominal & thoracic structures

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-3-1D

identify & palpate the following: primary neurological & circulatory structures

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-6-C3

administer active & passive range-of-motion tests using quantifiable techniques (e.g., tape measure, goniometer, & inclinometer) for the cervical spine

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-6-C7

identify, palpate, & assess the integrity of bony landmark of the cervical spine

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-6-C8

identify, palpate, & assess the integrity of soft tissue of the cervical spine

AH282

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-6-C6

administer functional tests & activity-specific tests for the cervical spine

AH381

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-4B

Palpate the four abdominal quadrants to assess for the following: pain

AH381

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-5A

Use a stethoscope to identify the following: normal breath sounds

AH381

AH320-321

AH382

 

GM

7-1-5B

Use a stethoscope to identify the following: normal heart sounds

AH381

AH320-321

AH382

 

AE

2-4-1A

identify & assess cranial nerves

AH281

AH320-321

AH481

 

AE

2-4-1B

identify & assess dermatomes

AH281

AH320-321

AH481

 

AE

2-4-1C

identify & assess myotomes

AH281

AH320-321

AH481

 

AE

2-4-1D

identify & assess deep tendon reflexes

AH281

AH320-321

AH481

 

AE

2-4-1E

identify & assess pathological reflexes

AH281

AH320-321

AH481

 

GM

7-1-1A

Obtain a basic medical history that includes the following components: previous medical history

AH102

AH320-321, AH340-341 , BY232

AH482

 

GM

7-1-1B

Obtain a basic medical history that includes the following components: previous surgical history

AH102

AH320-321, AH340-341, BY232

AH482

 

GM

7-1-1C

Obtain a basic medical history that includes the following components: pertinent family medical history

AH102

AH320-321, AH340-341, BY232

AH482

 

GM

7-1-1D

Obtain a basic medical history that includes the following components: current medication history

AH102

AH320-321, AH340-341, BY232

AH482

 

GM

7-1-1E

Obtain a basic medical history that includes the following components: relevant social history

AH102

AH320-321, AH340-341, BY232

AH482

 

GM

7-1-1F

Obtain a basic medical history that includes the following components: chief medical complaint

AH102

AH320-321, AH340-341, BY232

AH482

 

AC

3-2-1A

demonstrate the ability to manage open & closed wounds

AH102

AH320-321, PE250

AH382

 

GM

7-1-6A

Identify pathological breathing patterns to make a differential assessment for the following respiratory conditions: apnea

AH281

AH320-321, PE250

AH382

 

GM

7-1-6B

Identify pathological breathing patterns to make a differential assessment for the following respiratory conditions: tachypnea

AH281

AH320-321, PE250

AH382

 

GM

7-1-6C

Identify pathological breathing patterns to make a differential assessment for the following respiratory conditions: hyperventilation

AH281

AH320-321, PE250

AH382

 

GM

7-1-6D

Identify pathological breathing patterns to make a differential assessment for the following respiratory conditions: bradypnea

AH281

AH320-321, PE250

AH382

 

GM

7-1-6E

Identify pathological breathing patterns to make a differential assessment for the following respiratory conditions: dyspnea

AH281

AH320-321, PE250

AH382

 

GM

7-1-6F

Identify pathological breathing patterns to make a differential assessment for the following respiratory conditions: obstructed airway

AH281

AH320-321, PE250

AH382

 

RM

0-1-1H

assess body composition, using a manual skinfold caliper & appropriate formulas

AH102

AH320-321, PE444

AH481

 

AE

2-6-E4

use manual muscle-testing techniques of the elbow

AH101

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-F4

use manual muscle-testing techniques for the forearm, wrist, & hand

AH101

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-S4

use manual muscle-testing techniques for the shoulder

AH101

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-E5

administer appropriate sensory, neurological, & circulatory tests for the elbow

AH102

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-F1

obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering a forearm, wrist, or hand pathology

AH102

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-F5

administer appropriate sensory, neurological, & circulatory tests for the forearm, wrist, & hand

AH102

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-S5

administer appropriate sensory, neurological, & circulatory tests for the shoulder

AH102

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-F2A

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with the following: fracture (Colles' fracture, Bennett's fracture, carpal fracture ["boxer's fracture"], metacarpal fracture, phalanges fracture)

AH281

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-E3

administer active & passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques of the elbow

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-E7

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of bony landmarks of the elbow

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-F3

administer active & passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques for the forearm, wrist, & hand

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-F7

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of bony landmarks for the forearm, wrist, & hand

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-F8

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of soft tissue for the forearm, wrist, & hand

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-H10

identify, palpate, & assess the integrity of soft tissue of the head & face

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-H9

identify, palpate, & assess the integrity of bony landmarks of the head & face

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-S3

administer active & passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques for the shoulder

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-S7

identify & palpate bony landmarks of the shoulder

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-S8

identify & palpate soft tissue landmarks of the shoulder.

AH282

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-E2A

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: symmetry

AH381

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-E2E

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: atrophy

AH381

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-E2M

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: nerve injury

AH381

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-E8

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of the soft tissue of the elbow

AH381

AH320-323

AH382

 

AE

2-6-F6

administer functional tests & activity-specific tests for the forearm, wrist, & hand

AH381

AH320-323

AH382

 

GM

7-1-4A

Palpate the four abdominal quadrants to assess for the following: guarding & rigidity

AH381

AH320-323

AH382

 

GM

7-1-5C

Use a stethoscope to identify the following: normal bowel sounds

AH381

AH320-323

AH382

 

GM

7-1-7

Demonstrate proficiency in the use of an otoscope to examine the nose & the outer & middle ear

AH381

AH320-323

AH382

 

RM

0-2-1B

demonstrate the ability to perform & evaluate the results of strength (repetition) testing

AH101

AH320-325

AH382

 

AE

2-6-K5

administer appropriate sensory, neurological, & circulatory tests for the knee

AH101

AH320-325

AH382

 

AE

2-6-T4

use manual muscle-testing techniques for the hip & pelvis

AH101

AH320-325

AH382

 

AE

2-6-A4

use manual muscle-testing techniques for the foot, ankle, & lower leg

AH282

AH320-325

AH382

 

AE

2-6-K4

use manual muscle-testing techniques for the knee

AH282

AH320-325

AH382

 

AE

2-6-T4

use manual muscle-testing techniques for the thoracic & lumbar spine

AH282

AH320-325

AH382

 

AE

2-6-A1

obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering from foot, ankle, or leg pathology

AH102

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-A5

administer appropriate sensory, neurological, & circulatory tests for the foot, ankle, & lower leg

AH102

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-K1

obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering from knee pathology

AH102

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T1

obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual of the thorax & lumbar spine

AH102

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T5

administer appropriate sensory & neurological tests for the thoracic & lumbar spine

AH102

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T5

administer appropriate sensory, neurological, & circulatory tests for the hip & pelvis

AH102

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1A

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: temporomandibular joint

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1B

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: cervical spine

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1C

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: shoulder

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1D

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: elbow

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1E

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: wrist & hand

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1F

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: thumb & fingers

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1G

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: hip

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1H

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: lumbar spine

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1I

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: thoracic spine

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1J

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: knee

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1K

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: ankle

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-5-1L

will qualitatively assess active, passive, resistive range of motion for the following: foot & toes

AH281

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-A3

administer active & passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques for the foot, ankle, & lower leg

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-A7

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of bony landmarks for the foot, ankle, & lower leg

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-A8

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of soft tissue of the foot, ankle, & lower leg

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-K3

administer active & passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques for the knee

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-K7

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of bony landmarks of the knee

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-K8

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of soft tissue of the knee.

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-P7

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of bony landmarks of the hip/pelvis

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-P8

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of soft tissue of the hip & pelvis

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T3

administer active & passive range-of-motion tests using standard qualitative & quantitative techniques for the thoracic & lumbar spine

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T7

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of bony landmarks of the thoracic & lumbar spine

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T8

identify, palpate, & interpret the integrity of soft tissue of the thoracic & lumbar spine

AH282

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-A2A

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with the following common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: overuse injuries (e.g., bursitis, exostosis, fasciitis, stress fracture, tarsal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis and/or tenosynovitis, tibial stress syndrome)

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-A2E

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with the following common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: dislocation or subluxation

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-A2G

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with the following common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: fracture

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-A2K

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with the following common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: sprain

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-A2L

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with the following common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: strain

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-C2A

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: atrophy

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-K2A

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: bursitis

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-K2E

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: fracture

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-K2N

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: sprain

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-K2O

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: strain

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-K2P

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: tendonitis

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2A

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: atrophy

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2B

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: bursitis

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2C

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: dislocation or subluxation

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2D

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: efficiency of movement

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2E

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: fracture

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2F

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: sprain

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2G

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: nerve injury

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2I

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: strain

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2M

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: symmetry

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-S2N

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: tenosynovitis & tendonitis

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2A

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: café au lait macules (spots)

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2B

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: dislocation or subluxation

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2C

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: spina bifida occulta

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2D

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: facet syndrome

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2E

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: intervertebral disc pathology

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2F

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: spinal posture (kyphosis/ lordosis)

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2G

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: leg length discrepancies

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2H

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: nerve root compression

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2I

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: sacroiliac dysfunction

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2J

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: scoliosis

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2K

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: vertebral pathology (e.g., spondylitis, spondylolysis, spondylolisthesis

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2L

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: sprain

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2M

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: stenosis

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2N

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: step deformity

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T2O

observe & identify the clinical S & S associated with common injuries, illnesses, & predisposing conditions: strain

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

 

AE

2-6-T3

administer active & passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques and/or a tape measure for the hip/pelvis

AH381

AH320-325

AH481

CALENDAR: This calendar is designed to be only a guideline of planned topics which may be changed based on time needed to adequately address each topic.

Mon   Wed   Fri  
8/23 Intro, Syllabus, Intro to Assess 8/25 Body Comp, Somatotypg, Terms 8/27 Body Comp, Somatotypg, Terms
8/30 Body Comp, Somatotypg, Terms 9/1 Osteology 9/3 Osteology
9/6 Labor Day Holiday 9/8 Arthrology 9/10 Arthrology
9/13 Arthrology 9/15 Myology 9/17 Myology
9/20 Myology 9/22 Myology 9/24 Myology  /Neurology
9/27 Neurology 9/29 Neurology 10/1 Neurology
10/4 Neurology 10/6 Body’s Resp Trauma Env Stress 10/8 Body’s Resp Trauma Env Stress
10/11 Body’s Resp Trauma Env Stress 10/13 Body’s Resp Trauma Env Stress
Gen & Unexposed Athletic Injury
10/15 Gen & Unexposed Athletic Injury
10/18 Gen & Unexposed Athletic Injury 10/20 Psychological Aspects of Injury 10/22 Ath Inj Assess Considerations
10/25 Ath Inj Assess Considerations 10/27 Ath Inj Assess Considerations 10/29 Assessment Procedures
11/1 Assessment Procedures 11/3 Assessment Procedures 11/5 Assessment Procedures
11/8 Writing SOAP notes 11/10 Writing SOAP notes 11/12 Writing SOAP notes
11/15 Referral 11/17 In class presentations 11/19 In class presentations
11/22 Thanksgiving Holiday 11/24 Thanksgiving Holiday 11/26 Thanksgiving Holiday
11/29 Documentation 12/1 Documentation 12/3 Documentation
12/6 Documentation 12/8 Last Day of Class Wrap up 12/14

TUES

Final Examination 11:00A-1:00 P

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