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Only available to Sports Therapy students

APL cannot be given for this module

This module will introduce students to the basic principles of injury risk, pathology, the healing process and their relevance to a range of common sports injuries. This module will focus on in-depth knowledge of upper and lower limb anatomy and palpation of bony landmarks. The module will consist of both theoretical and practical components, giving students the opportunity to develop a range of practical skills.

The indicative content of the module will include: the role of the Sports Therapist; principles and concepts of movement; identification of anatomical landmarks & palpation; risk factors for injury; pathophysiology of soft tissue injuries; physical examination; clinical assessment based on in-depth knowledge of functional anatomy and accurate patient history.

A student passing this module should be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the epidemiology, aetiology, pathophysiology and clinical signs and symptoms of common sports injuries;
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the appropriate use of a range of a range of therapeutic modalities and the normal and abnormal injury response to them;
3. Command an extensive knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy pertinent to sports injuries;
4. Apply techniques for the location and comparative palpation of key anatomical structures;
5. Administer appropriate range of motion and muscle techniques;
6. Identify clinical signs associated with common sports injuries

Both elements of assessment must be passed in order to pass the Module

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.