Course Description
Application of a variety of protective devices as well as taping,
wrapping, and padding procedures consistent with the principles
for the care and prevention of athletic injuries.
Athena Title
Prevent Care Ath Injuries Lab
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in ATTR 3100L
Corequisite
KINS 2100
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
- The student will be able to properly apply prophylactic taping and bracing procedures for the appropriate injuries.
- The student will be able to fit protective football equipment, properly fit crutches, and instruct for gait training.
- Evaluation will occur in practical examinations.
Topical Outline
- Preventive Wraps:
Ankle compression wrap
Hip spica (hip flexor, groin)
Knee compression wrap
Louisiana ankle wrap
Shoulder spica
- Prophylactic Taping Procedures:
Arch taping
Achilles taping
Ankle taping (closed/open basket weave)
Turf toe
Wrist taping (hyperflexion/hyperextension)
Elbow hyperextension
Thumb taping
- Other:
Football Helmet and shoulder pads
Crutch fitting
Spine boarding techniques
