Sports Injuries of the Spine

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture | 3 hrs Lab) This course presents the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary for the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal and neurological injuries to the spine. Students are introduced to a detailed study of the anatomy, mechanism of injury, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Note: A minimum B grade is required for a University of Winnipeg verification letter to challenge the National Certification exam with the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association. Requisite Courses: Minimum B grade in KIN 3501 and KIN 3502 or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)]; KIN-4501L (lab) (must be taken concurrently).