PHRE 3044 – Special Populations

This course focuses on adaptive exercise techniques for a variety of populations (i.e. children, pregnancy, older adults, disabilities, and chronic disease). Students will learn how to modify exercises and/or equipment to effectively and safely accommodate these groups.

Target population: Various

  • Course Instructor: Tim Rush
  • Lab Instructor: Sarah King
  • Lab Technician: Jasmine Collins, Christian Cassie, Rachel Quinn
  • Semester: Three

Lab Sections:

  • Section 1: Wednesday 12 – 2 PM
  • Section 2: Thursday 4- 6 PM
  • Section 3: Friday 1 – 3 PM
  • Section 4: Monday 4 – 6 PM
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Course: PHRE 3044 - Special PopulationsMovement Pattern: Lower BodyTarget: Hip FlexorsSynergist(s):
Exercise
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Key Teaching PointsExpectation: [if 456 equals="Supervised Practice"]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal="Supervised Practice"]Independent Learning[/if 456][579]
Description:

Secure client in seated position.  Lock wheelchair.  Place chair against wall.  Make sure chair does not have wheels.  Remove foot pedals from wheelchair.  Position the floor pedal so that the client is in a comfortable and upright position.  Secure the feet within the foot pedals.  Engage core and remembering to breath begin pedaling.  Adjust intensity as needed.  Caution - fatigue in hips before aerobic system.  Ask client how their hips are feeling throughout.

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