Functional Anatomy Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Course

PTHA-1413-001 Functional Anatomy

Prerequisites

Corequisite: PTHA 2409

Course Description

The relationship of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems to normal and abnormal movement.

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy  5^th edition by Lippert

Laboratory Manual for Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy 3rd edition by Lippert & Minor

Kinesiology in Action: Lippert

Trail Guide to the Body Revised 5^th Edition by Biel

Trail Guide to the Body Student Workbook 5^th Edition by Biel

Trail Guide to Movement by Biel

 

Supplies

Laptop or tablet computer with internet access

Student Performance

This course is designed to give the student the information needed to understand normal and abnormal movement patterns seen with patients in physical therapy. This information is then utilized in Therapeutic Exercise as a basis for understanding why certain exercises are prescribed.

Anatomy Basics

1. Recognize appropriate terminology for Kinesiology, anatomy, and biomechanics
2. Utilize correct medical terminology and abbreviations
3. Identify composition of bones.
4. Classify bones and joints according to shape, degree of movement, and structure.
5. Define arthrokinematic motion and its associated terminology, including the Convex-Concave rule
6. Review muscle attachments, names, and fiber arrangements
7. Explain active and passive insufficiency
8. Label neurons.
9. Describe basic functions of the central nervous system, spinal cord, and peripheral nervous system.
10. List the cranial nerves and their functions.
11. Identify major nerves in the upper and lower extremities.
12. Describe the pathway of blood flow through the heart
13. Discuss the function of the lymphatic system
14. Identify the laws of motion and describe each one in relation to Kinesiology
15. Define simple machines.
16. Demonstrate understanding of lever systems found in the human body.
17. Demonstrate understanding of anatomical pulleys in the musculoskeletal system.
18. Describe postural changes that occur with movement.

Shoulder Girdle/Joint

19. Identify and palpate all muscles, bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with the shoulder.
20. Identify origins, insertions, innervation, and action of all major muscles at the shoulder.
21. Describe the force couples associated with the shoulder girdle in relation to shoulder joint movement.
22. Define Scapulohumeral rhythm
23. Describe common pathologies associated with the shoulder girdle/joint

Elbow

24. Identify and palpate all muscles, bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with the elbow.
25. Identify origins, insertions, innervation, and action of all major muscles at the elbow.
26. Describe common pathologies associated with the elbow.

Wrist

27. Identify and palpate all muscles, bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with the wrist.
28. Identify origins, insertions, innervation, and action of all major muscles at the wrist.
29. Describe common pathologies associated with the wrist.

Hand

30. Identify and palpate all muscles, bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with the hand.
31. Identify origins, insertions, innervation, and action of all major muscles at the hand.
32. Define the following terms and identify their structure and function: extensor hood and carpal tunnel
33. Differentiate between the intrinsic and extrinsic muscles of the hand.
34. Describe common pathologies associated with the hand.

Respiration

35. Identify and palpate all muscles, bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with respiration.
36. Identify origins, insertions, innervation, and action of all major muscles associated with respiration.
37. Define the phases of respiration and the associated muscles of each phase.
38. Explain the different mechanisms of breathing and when they are used.
39. Describe common pathologies associated with the respiratory system.

Neck and Trunk

40. Identify and palpate all muscles, bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with the neck, trunk and TMJ.
41. Identify origins, insertions, innervation, and action of all major muscles of the neck and trunk.
42. Describe the structure and function of the intervertebral disc.
43. Describe common pathologies associated with the neck and trunk.

Pelvis

44. Identify and palpate bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with the pelvis.
45. Explain the difference between the true pelvis and the false pelvis.
46. Define the lumbosacral angle and demonstrate the pelvic girdle motions.

Hip

47. Identify and palpate all muscles, bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with the hip.
48. Identify origins, insertions, innervation, and action of all major muscles at the hip.
49. Compare open chain and close chain muscle function of the hip.
50. Describe common pathologies associated with the hip.

Knee

51. Identify and palpate all muscles, bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with the knee.
52. Identify origins, insertions, innervation, and action of all major muscles at the knee.
53. Explain the screw-home mechanism and the Q angle.
54. Describe common pathologies associated with the knee.

Ankle

55. Identify and palpate all muscles, bones, landmarks, and joint structures associated with the ankle.
56. Identify origins, insertions, innervation, and action of all major muscles at the ankle.
57. Examine and define the arches of the foot.
58. Describe common pathologies associated with the ankle.

Gait

59. Define gait and the terms related to gait including cadence, step length, stride length, and walking speed.
60. List and describe the stages of the gait cycle using both Rancho Los Amigos and traditional terminology.
61. Describe effects of various terrains or differing environments on the patient’s gait and locomotion
62. Identify characteristics of normal and abnormal gait patterns.

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Grading Criteria

GRADING CRITERIA:

Homework                              5%

Quizzes                                  5%      

Tests (3)                                30%

Lab Practicals(2)                   30%

Final                                      30%

 

 ** The lowest quiz grade will be dropped from overall quiz grades.

 If the midterm grade is failing as indicated by the grade report, the student must contact the course instructor to schedule a planning meeting.  At this meeting, the student will be expected to develop an action plan for successful completion of the course.  This action plan should include a detailed study schedule, should identify any areas of weakness in understanding course content, and must include methods/strategies that will be used to correct the learning deficit.  Failure to meet with the instructor or to complete the action plan will result in a 10 point deduction from the final grade.

 

THE INSTRUCTOR WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REMINDING STUDENTS OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO COMPLETE THE MIDTERM PROCESS.  THE INSTRUCTOR WILL TREAT ALL STUDENTS AS ADULTS AND WILL THEREFORE EXPECT THE STUDENT TO APPROACH THE INSTRUCTOR TO DISCUSS ANY CLARIFICATION OF THESE GUIDELINES.

 

Test/application exams will be available for review for one week following the return of the graded exam/application. The exam/applications will be kept in the instructor’s office; each student will need to set up an individual time to review the materials.

 

All assignments are due AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS TIME on the assigned due date.  NO LATE HOMEWORK WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Attendance

ATTENDANCE: Attendance is required for successful completion of all lectures and labs in the Physical Therapist Assistant program.  At the beginning of each lecture and lab, students will be expected to sign the roster provided by the course instructor.  Even if a student is present in class and seen by the instructor, failure to sign in will result in the student being marked absent for attendance purposes.  If a student signs in another student, both students will be counted absent.  Each student will be allowed only one absence for lecture only courses and two absences for lecture/lab courses.  After the first absence for lecture courses and second absence for lecture/lab courses, a penalty of five points will be deducted from the student’s final course grade for each subsequent absence.  For example, a student who misses 3 lectures in a lecture only course will have 10 points deducted from his/her final grade in that course.  A student will be considered “tardy” if he/she arrives to class 1-10 minutes late or leaves before class has been dismissed. Two “tardies” will be considered one absence.  Students arriving to class after 10 minutes will not be permitted to enter the lecture or lab until the next course begins.  Exceptions to this policy will only be made under extenuating circumstances and only if the course instructor receives the appropriate written documentation to support the event within 5 days of the absence. While in attendance of each lecture class and lab, cell phones are to be turned off and put away, unless otherwise permitted by the instructor. During lab cell phones are to be placed in the students assigned locker in the locker room

 

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Additional Information

If a student receives a failing grade on a practical or exam, the student must complete and turn in an Examination Analysis Form within one week of receiving the failing grade.  Failure to submit the Examination Analysis Form to the instructor will result in an additional 5 point deduction from the practical or exam grade.

DURING TESTING CELL PHONES ARE PROHIBITED FROM THE TESTING AREA.

ASSIGNMENTS: All assignments are due AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS TIME on the assigned due date.  NO LATE HOMEWORK/WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED.

REQUIRED READING: The student is expected to complete all reading assignments. This information is testable material, which may not be covered in the lecture/lab portion of the class.

LAB DRESS CODE: MANDATORY during each lab for participation.  If a student does not show up in proper attire, 10 points will be deducted from the grade that is taken that day.  For example, if a skills check is performed and proper attire is not worn, the student will receive a 10 point deduction on that skills check

                Females: shorts, halter/swimsuit top/sports bra (fasteners need to be in the back), sweat/athletic wear can be used for a cover up.   

                Males: shorts, tee shirts, sweats/athletic wear can be used for a cover-up.

Jeans, leggings, yoga pants or tights of any kind are NOT proper attire.

 

LAST DATE TO DROP/WITHDRAW:  April 21, 2017. Any student not withdrawn by April 21, 2017, will receive the grade earned.

SAFETY PROCEDURES: In case of an emergency, the student needs to call the Safety and Security department at 9-371-5163.  In an emergency situation, use the nearest phone that is available.  The student should also know in case of a medical emergency, the following procedure should be performed and in the order written:

1. call 9-911 for an ambulance
2. call safety and security

 

PHYSICAL RESTRICTIONS: There are no physical restrictions associated with this course.

 

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THE LEAD INSTRUCTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THE SYLLABUS AS NEEDED DURING THE SEMESTER.  ANY MODIFICATIONS WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN CLASS.