EXSC 240 - Prevention and Care of Sports Injuries

3 cr.

(Prerequisites: EXSC 229, Exercise Science major)

Will cover sports first aid, prevention of and dealing with sports injuries. Helps students become competent first responders in sports emergencies. Students will learn how to recognize and prevent common sports injuries and administer appropriate first aid. Also covers procedures for evaluating and caring for injuries, guidelines for rehabilitation and therapeutic taping. Includes service-learning component.