Course Number and Title:
OTA 125 Biomechanics & Kinesiology
Prerequisites
BIO 121 and OTA 110 and OTA 120
Course Credits and Hours
3 credit(s)
2 lecture hours/week
2 lab hours/week
Course Description
This lecture/laboratory course reinforces the study of the muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems of the human body with a focus on structure and analyzing functional movement (such as joint motion and muscle function) associated with occupational performance.
Additional Materials
Campus program and policy manuals
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Demonstrate professional behaviors while studying the application and demonstration of occupational therapy treatment techniques. (CCC 1, 3, 4; PGC 2, 5)
- Apply general principles of kinesiology and biomechanics to intervention planning in occupational therapy. (CCC 2, 6; PGC 1, 3)
- Distinguish the functional implications of the upper extremity (UE) musculature and movements. (CCC 2, 6; PGC 1, 3)
- Determine how posture impacts participation in occupational performance. (CCC 2; PGC 1, 3)
- Apply key concepts and demonstrate goniometric measurements and manual muscle testing (MMT) procedures. (CCC 1, 2, 4, 6; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4)
- Develop and demonstrate knowledge by providing instruction for an intervention plan incorporating preparatory methods, including physical agent modalities, and therapeutic exercises to support performance in occupations and tasks. (CCC 1, 2, 3; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Demonstrate professional behaviors while studying the application and demonstration of occupational therapy treatment techniques.
- Demonstrate appropriate classroom behaviors.
- Demonstrate sound judgment regarding safety of self and others by adhering to safety regulations during all educational activities.
- Demonstrate the ability to self-assess, and modify responses as needed.
- Apply general principles of kinesiology and biomechanics to intervention planning in occupational therapy.
- Discuss the relationship of kinesiology to client factors and dynamics of occupation and activity as applied to the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF).
- Define OTPF and kinesiologic terminology.
- Demonstrate the anatomical position and define the directional terms that describe the movements of the human body.
- Demonstrate and name the movements that occur around the joints.
- Describe how muscle power, tone, endurance, joint mobility, and stability affect biomechanical movements.
- Analyze how muscular lines of pull produce specific biomechanical motions.
- Describe types of normal and abnormal end feels.
- Explain and demonstrate the benefits, limitations, indications, and contraindications of various types of exercises.
- Distinguish the functional implications of the upper extremity (UE) musculature and movements.
- Demonstrate and name the various joint movements of the body.
- Describe skeletal components, musculature, innervation, articulations, and movements of the UE (shoulder, scapula, forearm, wrist, hand).
- Describe the movements of the UE (shoulder, scapula, forearm, wrist, hand).
- Locate and name the ligaments, joints, and arches of the hand for splint fabrication to enhance occupational performance and participation.
- Palpate and identify various anatomical structures of the shoulder, scapula, forearm, wrist, and hand.
- Describe hand function, prehension, and grips and relate function to innervation and muscle action.
- Palpate and identify various anatomical structures of the head, neck, trunk and pelvic girdle.
- Determine how posture impacts participation in occupational performance.
- Describe the basic concepts of posture evaluation and the application of ergonomic principles.
- Describe postural issues across the life span and their impact on occupational performance within the context of family and society.
- Explain the concepts and practices of postural education and exercises.
- Describe the factors that are inherent in maintaining balance.
- Define static and dynamic sitting and standing balance.
- Use the concept of occupation to provide examples of treatment intended to increase static and dynamic sitting and standing balance.
- Apply key concepts and demonstrate goniometric measurements and manual muscle testing (MMT) procedures.
- Describe client psychological, psychosocial, environmental, and skeletal factors that influence range of motion (ROM).
- Describe how weakness and limitations in ROM impact performance in areas of occupation.
- Apply key concepts of goniometry, manual muscle testing, and edema measurement.
- Explain precautions and contraindications for measuring joint ROM and muscle strength of upper extremity (UE) muscle groups.
- Demonstrate goniometric measurements and manual muscle testing of the upper extremities (UEs) adhering to safety regulations.
- Develop and demonstrate knowledge by providing instruction for an intervention plan incorporating preparatory methods, including physical agent modalities, and therapeutic exercises to support performance in occupations and tasks.
- Demonstrate the ability to select and deliver preparatory methods including therapeutic exercise.
- Develop an intervention plan in collaboration with the registered occupational therapist (OTR), including descriptions, justifications, modifications, and grading of therapeutic exercises and precautions.
- Demonstrate the ability to implement an intervention plan that is client centered, culturally relevant, reflective of current occupational therapy practice and based on available evidence.
- Demonstrate the use of literature for evidence-based practice in the development of the intervention plan.
- Define safe and effective application of physical agent modalities as a preparatory measure to improve occupational performance.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
= |
A |
| 80-89 |
= |
B |
| 70-79 |
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C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
Evaluation Measure | Percentage of final grade |
Summative: Exam #1 | 15% |
Summative: Exam #2 | 15% |
Summative: Exam #3 | 15% |
Summative: 3 Competencies @ 5% each | 15% |
Summative: Professional Behaviors | 10% |
Formative Assessments Quizzes 10% Therapeutic Exercise Presentation 5% Lab Assignments 15% | 30% |
TOTAL | 100% |
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
1. Demonstrate knowledge related to the occupational therapy assistant including patient/client interactions, therapeutic treatments, activity analysis, documentation, safety techniques, and therapeutic equipment.
2. Exhibit effective nonverbal, verbal and written communication in patient/client and family interventions and education, and in professional relationships.
3. Perform competently a full range of occupational therapy skills with patients/clients and various populations as occupational beings.
4. Exercise independent judgment and critical thinking in performance of occupational therapy, according to the profession's standards of practice.
5. Demonstrate professional patterns of behavior consistent with the profession's code of ethics.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
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