EXSS6070
10 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
An understanding of musculoskeletal injury aetiology and the ability to implement musculoskeletal rehabilitation programs are key elements of exercise physiology practice. Specifically, exercise physiologists are expected to be able to use targeted exercises to prevent and rehabilitate injuries that occur due to a range of occupational, domestic and sporting activities. This course will provide students with an advanced understanding of the risk factors, pathology and management of a range of common musculoskeletal injuries. In addition, key assessment and exercise intervention frameworks to manage injuries and rehabilitation will be presented. At the end of this course, students will be able to practically implement evidence-based frameworks to improve musculoskeletal health for a wide range of populations throughout the rehabilitation process.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Develop advanced exercise programs integrating multiple information sources and applying a client-centred approach;
2. Demonstrate clinical decision-making ability by selecting and applying evidence-based musculoskeletal exercise and functional assessments;
3. Outline the risk factors, aetiology and integrated medical management of common sport and work related musculoskeletal, disorders and conditions;
4. Design and rationalise the development of exercise interventions in the prevention and treatment of acute traumatic and chronic overuse injuries;
5. Plan and deliver resistance and range of motion exercises in the correction of musculoskeletal pain, abnormality and secondary conditions in work and sport related settings;
6. Evaluate the evidence base for exercise relative to other treatment approaches in the integrated rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries.
Content
1. Exercise physiology scope of practice in musculoskeletal rehabilitation
2. Prevalence and mechanisms of musculoskeletal injuries and rehabilitation
3. Client-centred approach to injury and rehabilitation
4. Assessment for musculoskeletal injury management
5. Advanced exercise prescription for musculoskeletal injury management
Assumed knowledge
EXSS6020 and MEDI6145
Assessment items
Practical Demonstration: Practical Exam
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Written Assignment: Case Reports
Report: Evidence Based Report
Online Learning Activity: Weekly Online Learning Activity
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Laboratory-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
- Compulsory Requirement: Students must attend 80% of sessions.
Lecture-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Online 6 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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