This course presents an overview of the morphogenesis of the major human body systems from conception until birth.
Emphasis is given to the development of the nervous and musculoskeletal systems.
This course presents an overview of the structural and functional relationships of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, endocrine, urinary, reproductive and nervous systems to prepare the student for the advanced anatomy courses. Topographical anatomy significant to the practice of chiropractic is also presented. Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics. This course presents the macroanatomy of the human spine, focusing on the osteological, ligamentous and muscular structures of the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral and coccygeal regions. An introduction to the structure of the spinal cord and central nervous system is also presented.