Nov 23, 2024  
Graduate Catalog 2019-2020 
    
Catalog Navigation
  Catalog Home
  General Information
  Accreditation Information
  Admissions Guidelines
  Academic Policies
  Shenandoah University Academic Integrity Code
  Tuition and Fees
  Financial Aid Information
  Military Benefits
  Retention of Student Records
  Student Life and Student Success Policies
  Non-Academic Policies
  College of Arts & Sciences
  School of Education and Leadership
  School of Business
  Shenandoah Conservatory
  School of Health Professions
  Eleanor Wade Custer School of Nursing
  Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy
  Programs of Study
  Center for International Programs
  Professional Development and Community Programs
  Course Descriptions
  Board of Trustees
  Administration
  Faculty List
  Emeriti
  SU Office Phone Numbers
  Academic Calendar
  SU logo
  My Portfolio
HELP
Graduate Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Facebook this Page (opens a new window)
Tweet this Page (opens a new window)
Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)

AT 511 Prevention and Protective Interventions

This course covers the principles and concepts related to prophylactic taping, wrapping, bracing and protective pad fabrication. The student will develop an understanding of the basic concepts of material composition (tensile strength, maximum tolerances, and heat dissipation) of protective splints. The student will demonstrate an understanding of the uses of static and dynamic splints and the basic concepts of orthotic fabrication. The student will learn how to apply the various taping, wrapping and bracing techniques for the trunk and extremities. The student will also learn how to fabricate protective splints for specific athletic injuries as well as fit an athlete with protective equipment designed for a specific sport (football, hockey, lacrosse gear). Credit(s): 1


Facebook this Page (opens a new window)
Tweet this Page (opens a new window)
Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)