2020-2021 University Catalog

DCE-7306 SPORT MED - PRE-PARTICIPATION SPORT PHYSICALS

This is a NWHSU Certificate Course that will provide a basic understanding of what the roles of a Sports Chiropractor are, the importance of the Pre-Participation Physical and the components of a high quality sports Physical. The student will be able to demonstrate competence is assessing for cardiac anomalies, respiratory anomalies, skin infections, and levels of maturation,body composition, joint stability, muscle imbalance, predisposing conditions, special considerations for sport participation, the female athlete and timing of the exams. They will be able to provide proper documentation of the exam and appropriate recommendations to the organization and parents of the athlete.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

Completion of the Trimester 1-5 Chiropractic Curriculum