The program offers immersive, hands-on clinical experiences and site visits to local physical therapy clinics, providing practical exposure and interaction with professionals in the field.
Students in the Kinesiology and Physical Therapy program at UC San Diego gain a foundational understanding of human anatomy, movement mechanics, and exercise principles. The curriculum combines lectures, lab work, and hands-on clinical experiences to provide practical skills. Participants develop assessment abilities in areas like flexibility, strength, gait, and balance, and practice manual techniques such as palpation, manual muscle testing, sports taping, and soft tissue mobilization. The program also includes visits to local physical therapy clinics and interactions with professionals, offering real-world insights into various health professions like physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, and personal training. Students explore medical concepts related to injury, disability, and pain management within the context of human rehabilitation.
A typical day includes morning academic courses, followed by afternoon recreational activities or academic excursions such as field trips to biotech labs, courtrooms, or marine reserves.
This camp is best for high school students passionate about health sciences and eager to explore careers in physical therapy and related fields through hands-on learning and clinical exposure.
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