Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction to Kinesiology and Biomechanics

  • 2

    Range Of Motion

    • Range of Motion Explained

    • ROM assessment, how to

    • Evaluating a patient's joint mobility and flexibility
  • 3

    Muscle Function and Movement

    • Muscle action mechanisms

    • Concentric action

    • Eccentric action

    • Isometric action

    • Isokinetic action

    • Synergists and Antagonists

    • Synergists

    • Antagonist

    • Agonist or prime mover

    • Synergists

    • Stabilizers
  • 4

    Understanding Joint Mechanics

    • Types of joints

    • Joint Stability and Function

    • Cartilaginous joints ( Ampiarthrose)

    • Fibrous Joint ( Synarthroses)

    • Synovial joints ( diarthroses)

    • Types of Synovial Joints

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    • Ball and socket joints ( Synovial Joints)

    • Hinge joints ( synovial joints)

    • Pivot joints ( synovial joints)

    • Gliding joint ( synovial joints)

    • Saddle joint ( synovial joints)

    • Condyloid joint ( synovial joint)

    • Plane joint ( synovial joints)
  • 5

    Posture and Body Mechanics

    • Posture analysis techniques

    • Ergonomic Principles for Optimal Movement

    • Assessing posture and identifying its influence on movement patterns

    • Assessing posture
  • 6

    Who can do ROM assessments and potential income

    • Normal ROM degree on various joint

    • Most common types of Joints to measure ROM

    • Additional joints that can be measured for ROM

    • ROM Assessment form

    • How can a Massage Therapist do a ROM assessment

    • ROM assessment by MT's income

    • Potential income
  • 7

    Congratulations !!

    • Assignment

    • Exam

    • Evaluation

    • Congratulations !!