This practical course expands and reinforces skills learned in Surface Anatomy with the intention on building confidence in the knowledge of human anatomy and to further competency in hands-on assessments and orthopaedic treatment. Focus is on fine-tuning palpation skills, manual muscle testing, and basic understandings of tissue pathology. Excellent for students who have previously taken or are currently enrolled in Surface Anatomy.

Some exercises in this course involve physical touch. Participation is always based on informed consent; all touch is optional and consent must be clear and ongoing.