MAT 6915 - Evaluation of Lower Extremity Pathologies
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section D05, CRN 41494,
Credit hours: 4
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Morgan Bagley
Email: mcbagley@ysu.edu
Course Description
6915. Evaluation of Lower Extremity Pathologies . This course will provide students with a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to the evaluation and clinical diagnosis of lower extremity musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses related to pathophysiological and epidemiological factors. Students will learn process for establishing a plan of care and referral necessary for conditions associated with the foot, ankle, knee, and hip complex. Prereq.: Successful Completion of Summer 1 Courses. 4 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Evaluation of Orthopedic and Athletic Injuries 4th edition | Starkey, C., Brown, S, Ryan, J. | 978-0-8036-3918-8 |
| Required | AT U Evidence Based Online Athletic Training Guide |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Day | Date | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 8/24 | Starkey CH 4,5 | Syllabus/Intro/ Injury Pathology Nomenclature, Musculoskeletal Diagnostic Techniques | |
| Wed | 8/26 | Starkey CH 5,7 | Evaluation of Gait | |
| Mon | 8/31 | Starkey Ch 7 | Evaluation of Gait | Article Critique due |
| Wed | 9/2 | Starkey CH 8 | Foot and Toe Pathologies | |
| Mon | 9/7 | No Class | ||
| Wed | 9/9 | Starkey CH 8 | Foot and Toe Pathologies | |
| Mon | 9/14 | Starkey CH 8 | Foot and Toe Pathologies | |
| Wed | 9/16 | Starkey CH 8 | Foot and Toe Pathologies | Article Critique Due |
| Mon | 9/21 | Starkey CH 8 | Foot and Toe Pathologies | Oral Practical 1 Exam 1 |
| Wed | 9/23 | Starkey CH 9 | Lower Leg and Ankle Pathologies | |
| Mon | 9/28 | Starkey CH 9 | Lower Leg and Ankle Pathologies | Case Study Topic Due |
| Wed | 9/30 | Starkey CH 9 | Lower Leg and Ankle Pathologies | |
| Mon | 10/5 | Starkey CH 9 | Lower Leg and Ankle Pathologies | Article Critique due |
| Wed | 10/7 | Starkey CH 9 | Lower Leg and Ankle Pathologies | Oral Practical 2 Exam 2 |
| Mon | 10/12 | Work on Case Study | ||
| Wed | 10/14 | Work on Case Study | ||
| Mon | 10/19 | Starkey CH 10 | Knee Pathologies | Case Study Rough Draft Due |
| Wed | 10/21 | Starkey CH 10 | Knee Pathologies | |
| Mon | 10/26 | Starkey CH 10,11 | Knee Pathologies/Patellofemoral Pathologies | |
| Wed | 10/28 | Starkey CH 11 | Patellofemoral Pathologies | |
| Mon | 11/2 | Starkey CH 11 | Patellofemoral Pathologies | Article Critique Due |
| Wed | 11/4 | Starkey CH 11 | Patellofemoral Pathologies | Oral Practical 3 Exam 3 |
| Mon | 11/9 | Starkey CH 12 | Pelvis and Thigh | Surgical Observation Due |
| Wed | 11/11 | No Class | ||
| Mon | 11/16 | Starkey CH 12 | Pelvis and Thigh | Case Study Due |
| Wed | 11/18 | Starkey CH 12 | Pelvis and Thigh | |
| Mon | 11/23 | Starkey CH 12 | Pelvis and Thigh | |
| Wed | 11/25 | No Class | ||
| Mon | 11/30 | Starkey CH 12 | Review | Article Critique Due |
| Wed | 12/2 | Starkey CH 12 | Pelvis and Thigh | Oral Practical 4 |
| Mon | 12/7 | Starkey CH 4,5,7,8,9,10,11,12 | All Lower Extremity Topics Covered | Final Exam |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.