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Chiropractic Sciences 4 - CHIR214

This unit builds upon the principles of biomechanics and kinesiology taught in CHIR213 as well as concepts in clinical anatomy taught in HLTH109. The focus of this unit will be the kinesiology of thoracic cage and the upper extremity. Reference is made to clinical biomechanics as it relates to the skills of observation, range of motion assessment, palpation, and muscle testing. Concepts in clinical decision making will be developed. Chiropractic techniques of the thoracic spine and upper extremity will be introduced and developed.

Credit Points: 3
When Offered:

S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day

Staff Contact(s): Mr Michael Swain
Prerequisites:

Admission to BChiroSc and (CHIR113 or CHIR103) and (CHIR114 or CHIR104) and (CHIR213 or CHIR201Prerequisite Information

Corequisites:

NCCW(s): CHIR202
Unit Designation(s):

Science

Unit Type:
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Chiropractic

Faculty of Science and Engineering

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