Musculoskeletal System Courses and Certifications

Newcastle University;  The University of Sheffield;  University of Liverpool

The Musculoskeletal System: The Science of Staying Active into Old Age

324 reviews

Demystify the ageing process and learn how our everyday behaviours are likely to affect our long-term musculoskeletal health.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

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Musculoskeletal System - Smooth Muscle

Comprehensive exploration of smooth muscle histology, anatomy, and function, covering types, cellular structure, pacemaker cells, and physiological mechanisms of contraction and regulation.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ninja Nerd

Musculoskeletal System - Muscle Mechanics - Types of Contractions & Levers

Explore muscle mechanics, contraction types, and lever systems in the human body. Learn about isometric, concentric, and eccentric contractions, and understand first, second, and third-class levers with examples.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Musculoskeletal System - Muscle Mechanics - Multiple Motor Unit Summation

Explore muscle mechanics, focusing on multiple motor unit summation, frequency and strength of motor stimuli, and types of tetanus with graphical representations.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Musculoskeletal System - Neuromuscular Junction - Sliding Filament Theory

Detailed exploration of calcium's role in muscle contraction, cross-bridge formation, and its effects on muscle bands. Covers repolarization and calcium reuptake in the sarcoplasmic reticulum.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Musculoskeletal System - Neuromuscular Junction - Excitation Contraction Coupling

Detailed exploration of neuromuscular junction and excitation contraction coupling, covering resting membrane potential, endplate potential, action potentials, and calcium release from sarcoplasmic reticulum.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Musculoskeletal System - Neuromuscular Junction - Neuromuscular Transmission

Explore neuromuscular junction mechanics, focusing on alpha motor neuron action potentials, acetylcholine release factors, and synaptoproteins involved in neuromuscular transmission.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Musculoskeletal System - Sarcomere Structure: Actin & Myosin

Detailed exploration of sarcomere structure and function in skeletal muscle, focusing on actin and myosin interactions during muscle contraction at the cellular level.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Musculoskeletal System - Muscle Structure and Function

Comprehensive overview of muscle structure and function, exploring layers from periosteum to endomysium. Ideal for those seeking in-depth understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Review of Musculoskeletal System - Bones and Muscles - Biology Lecture Series

Comprehensive overview of musculoskeletal system anatomy and physiology, covering bone structure, Haversian system, tissue remodeling, and muscle function for medical exam preparation.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ergonomics in Design

13 reviews

The course is designed to provide a basic understanding of ergonomics in design through the introduction of human anatomy, anthropometry, and modeling techniques with the aim of improving safety, productivity, comfort and health of people.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 5-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Orthopedics - Orthopaedics

7 reviews

Explore musculoskeletal system, common orthopedic conditions, and surgical procedures through detailed animations. Ideal for medical students and patient education on joint disorders and treatments.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

2278 ratings at Coursera

Explore the protective functions of the integumentary system and the movement-enabling properties of the musculoskeletal system through engaging videos, lectures, and anatomical visuals.

• Coursera
• 1 day 1 hour 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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Anatomy

Explore human anatomy through a systems approach, using multimedia materials to understand organ systems' features in relation to body form and function.

• Coursera
• 22 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Anatomy of the Upper and Lower Extremities

79 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of upper and lower limb anatomy, covering bones, muscles, nerves, and vessels. Includes detailed dissections focusing on locomotion and hand function.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)