Module Descriptors
SPORTS MASSAGE
SPOR40648
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Stephen Bateman
Email: S.J.Bateman@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 120
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- LEAFLET weighted at 40%
- ASSIGNMENT - PRACTICAL weighted at 60%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
1. Produce a clinical information document (e.g. leaflet/webpage) equivalent to 1000 words highlighting the physiological and psychological benefits, limitations and contraindications of massage for the client. (LOs 1 and 3). 40%
2. Practical assessment requiring the student to demonstrate the safe and relevant application of practical techniques developed in this module (LOs 1,2,3 & 4) 60% This element of assessment MUST be passed to pass the module overall.
All elements of summative assessment must be passed to achieve an overall pass in this module.
Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback/ assessment)
Students will be continually provided with feedback during clinical/laboratory sessions on their sports massage skills. A formative practical assessment session will be used prior to the summative assessment to formatively assess the student¿s competency. Independent learning activities will be set following lectures and clinical/laboratory sessions that will provide the opportunity for students to assess their own level of knowledge.
2. Practical assessment requiring the student to demonstrate the safe and relevant application of practical techniques developed in this module (LOs 1,2,3 & 4) 60% This element of assessment MUST be passed to pass the module overall.
All elements of summative assessment must be passed to achieve an overall pass in this module.
Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback/ assessment)
Students will be continually provided with feedback during clinical/laboratory sessions on their sports massage skills. A formative practical assessment session will be used prior to the summative assessment to formatively assess the student¿s competency. Independent learning activities will be set following lectures and clinical/laboratory sessions that will provide the opportunity for students to assess their own level of knowledge.
Module Learning Strategies
Contact hours: (30)
9 x 1 hr lectures (9 hrs)
9x2 hr + 1x3 hr practical clinic / lab session (21 hrs)
Independent study: (120)
18 reading support for lectures
18 hrs research / reading support for practical session
36 hours in assignment preparation
20 hrs practical assignment preparation
28 hours student-led independent study, e.g. completing independent study tasks
9 x 1 hr lectures (9 hrs)
9x2 hr + 1x3 hr practical clinic / lab session (21 hrs)
Independent study: (120)
18 reading support for lectures
18 hrs research / reading support for practical session
36 hours in assignment preparation
20 hrs practical assignment preparation
28 hours student-led independent study, e.g. completing independent study tasks
Module Texts
Cash, M. (1996) Sport and remedial massage therapy. London: Edbury press.
Prentice, W. E. (2003). Rehabilitation techniques in sports medicine and athletic training. (4th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.
Rosser, M. (2004). Body massage: Therapy basics. (2nd ed.). London: Hodder & Stoughton.
Tortora, G. J., & Derrickson, B. (2009). Principles of anatomy and physiology. (10th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.
Prentice, W. E. (2003). Rehabilitation techniques in sports medicine and athletic training. (4th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.
Rosser, M. (2004). Body massage: Therapy basics. (2nd ed.). London: Hodder & Stoughton.
Tortora, G. J., & Derrickson, B. (2009). Principles of anatomy and physiology. (10th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.
Module Resources
Appropriately and adequately equipped clinic room:
One couch and equipped treatment area per two students
Changing area for students
Adequate consumables including oils, towels, and couchroll
Appropriately equipped lecture room
One couch and equipped treatment area per two students
Changing area for students
Adequate consumables including oils, towels, and couchroll
Appropriately equipped lecture room
Module Special Admissions Requirements
No Special Admission Requirements
Module Indicative Content
This module aims to provide students with an understanding of the role of massage within sport and performance. The student will develop knowledge of relevant anatomy and physiology and an understanding of the effects and benefits of sports massage. Students will learn how to perform a variety of relevant massage techniques and become competent in developing client-specific sports massage treatments safely and effectively.