Kinesiology is the scientific study of living body movement. Our scope of practice is officially defined as, "the assessment of human movement and performance and its rehabilitation and management to maintain, rehabilitate or enhance movement and performance". Kinesiology lab promote knowledge about physical activity and performance by creating an invigorating learning environment for our undergraduate students. It addresses physiological, biomechanical, and psychological mechanisms of movement.
Applications of kinesiology to human health (i.e., human kinesiology) include biomechanics and orthopedics; strength and conditioning; methods of rehabilitation, such as physical and occupational therapy; sport and exercise. Students training in this area can provide consulting services, conduct research and develop policies related to rehabilitation, human motor performance, ergonomics, and occupational health and safety.
The analysis of recorded human movement Health Promotion, promote wellness, working in the health promotion industry work with individuals to enhance the health, fitness, and well-being of the individual, Clinical/Rehabilitation, work with individuals with disabling conditions to assist in regaining their optimal physical function, Ergonomics work in industry to assess suitability of design of workstations and provide suggestions for modifications and assistive devices, Health and Safety involved in consulting with industry to identify hazards and provide recommendations and solutions to optimize the health and safety of workers.
