Explore how the human body moves with Musculoskeletal Anatomy. This course offers a comprehensive study of the human musculoskeletal system. You will explore the functions and structure of bones and joints, including osseous tissue components, bone growth, and common disorders such as fractures, osteoporosis, and arthritis. You’ll learn about muscular tissue properties and muscle contraction mechanisms. The course covers the anatomical features of the axial and appendicular skeletons, major joints, their classifications, and the body's muscles, through both lectures and optional extended reality experiences.

Musculoskeletal Anatomy

Musculoskeletal Anatomy
This course is part of Anatomy Specialization

Instructor: Kathleen Alsup
Access provided by Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina
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What you'll learn
Describe the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system, including anatomical relationships that allow movement, support, and homeostasis.
Explain and identify key anatomical features and classifications of bones, joints, and skeletal muscles.
Discuss the processes and structures underlying musculoskeletal growth, development, muscle contraction, and repair.
Evaluate common disorders affecting the musculoskeletal system and explain their causes, effects, and clinical relevance.
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Reviewed on Dec 12, 2020
Very useful course for everyone. It may be hard sometimes for people who did not studied any medicine related topics but if you eager to learn then it is worth it. Thank you.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2020
The instructor was very good and gave very organized lectures. The slides and visuals were very helpful in understanding exactly what the instructor was talking about.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2022
To be honest i really like the course i take and i appreciate it, thats why i gave you 5 stars. I want to say keep up the effort you put in to the courses.
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