Module Descriptors
CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS IN SPORT AND RECREATION
SPOR70374
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 7
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 25
Independent Study Hours: 125
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- PORTFOLIO weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Learning Strategies
The general mode of delivering this module is through seminar and workshop activities using role-play, video, published papers and practical work/case studies etc., as illustrations (80%). A feature of the delivery will be the use of discussions/debates, based on evidence you have gathered for your portfolio and through this, you will be encouraged to reflect on your previous and current work. Formal lectures (20%)will be used where deemed necessary to ensure particular points of knowledge. These will be a stimulant to work and debate elsewhere in the delivery.
In the design of this module and of the others in the Clinical Biomechanics group, particular emphasis has been placed on a strategy to integrate the whole process of knowledge delivery, clinical application and assessment. It is designed to ensure that all strands of the educational experience contribute to learning and to giving you the confidence to enter research and debate. The teaching will be presented using interactive strategies reflecting contemporary adult learning principles. Group work will assure that clinical experiences are shared as part of the overall learning process.
Of the hours allocated to private study it is anticipated that this work will be related to set tasks and involve:
30% Collecting and reading articles and books
30% Applying theory to practice in the clinical setting
20% Preparation for seminar and poster presentations
20% Writing your work to be submitted for assessment.
In the design of this module and of the others in the Clinical Biomechanics group, particular emphasis has been placed on a strategy to integrate the whole process of knowledge delivery, clinical application and assessment. It is designed to ensure that all strands of the educational experience contribute to learning and to giving you the confidence to enter research and debate. The teaching will be presented using interactive strategies reflecting contemporary adult learning principles. Group work will assure that clinical experiences are shared as part of the overall learning process.
Of the hours allocated to private study it is anticipated that this work will be related to set tasks and involve:
30% Collecting and reading articles and books
30% Applying theory to practice in the clinical setting
20% Preparation for seminar and poster presentations
20% Writing your work to be submitted for assessment.
Module Indicative Content
The growing enthusiasm for physical exercise as recreation in all age groups is expanding the demands of clients seeking the advice on biomechanical related problems arising out of specific injury or pain associated with functional dysfunction. In this module you will look at the variety of aspects of sports science and medicine. You will explore sports medicine and the four main facets of sports science; biomechanics, physiology, psychology and sociology. You will investigate the mechanism of injury, injury prevention, injury management (treatment and rehabilitation), and performance (maintenance and enhancement). You will relate your work on the module to your clinical practice.
As well clinical biomechanics, this module will give you a good working knowledge of the psychology of sport and how it affects performance and injury. You will discuss the social aspects of sport and therapy. This module will enhance understanding of sports biomechanics and how it differs and compliments your clinical practice. You will be expected to have revised physiology and pharmacology before your first attendance on the module and be prepared to discuss these from a performance and an injury point of view. You will also be expected to show an ability to work in an inter- and a multi-disciplinary environment. This will involve a review of the working conditions (pitch side, treatment room, fitness lab. Etc) and the available equipment (force platform, video analysis, treadmill, etc). You will be expected to demonstrate the differences between working with a team and as a sole practitioner and to distinguish the links between all of these aspects of sports practice and other forms of clinical biomechanical practice.
As well clinical biomechanics, this module will give you a good working knowledge of the psychology of sport and how it affects performance and injury. You will discuss the social aspects of sport and therapy. This module will enhance understanding of sports biomechanics and how it differs and compliments your clinical practice. You will be expected to have revised physiology and pharmacology before your first attendance on the module and be prepared to discuss these from a performance and an injury point of view. You will also be expected to show an ability to work in an inter- and a multi-disciplinary environment. This will involve a review of the working conditions (pitch side, treatment room, fitness lab. Etc) and the available equipment (force platform, video analysis, treadmill, etc). You will be expected to demonstrate the differences between working with a team and as a sole practitioner and to distinguish the links between all of these aspects of sports practice and other forms of clinical biomechanical practice.
Module Resources
Library access
Access to contemporary journals
Personal computer (Internet Access advantageous)
Clinical facilities and podiatric patients (varying age ranges preferable).
Discourse with colleagues and fellow students.
The university will provide at the relevant times:
Access to university library, printing/photocopying and IT facilities.
Tutor support.
Help in forming peer support groups.
Resources specifically during class sessions:
Anatomical models.
Presentation tools (eg. Overhead projectors, computer facilities).
Clinical facilities- couches, biomechanical measuring devices, gait analysis equipment.
Video and television equipment.
Access to contemporary journals
Personal computer (Internet Access advantageous)
Clinical facilities and podiatric patients (varying age ranges preferable).
Discourse with colleagues and fellow students.
The university will provide at the relevant times:
Access to university library, printing/photocopying and IT facilities.
Tutor support.
Help in forming peer support groups.
Resources specifically during class sessions:
Anatomical models.
Presentation tools (eg. Overhead projectors, computer facilities).
Clinical facilities- couches, biomechanical measuring devices, gait analysis equipment.
Video and television equipment.
Module Additional Assessment Details
A collection of evidence presented as a portfolio supporting the attainment of the learning outcomes.
The essence of the assessment is to test:
Your reflection on your work.
Self appraisal, identification of gaps and the actions you took to fill them.
A continuous record of study and practice.
Organisation of evidence as a demonstration of gaining and using biomechanical knowledge and skill in practice.
You will therefore need to include:
Evidence of you participating in the designed learning experiences/activities.
Demonstration through various mechanisms that learning has taken place as evidenced on two levels:
1.Academic (the demonstration of gaining biomechanical knowledge, the process of attaining and selecting this knowledge for your portfolio, and the rationale for its inclusion with cross linkage between different areas within your portfolio)
2.Clinical Application (evidence of your biomechanical application in the work place setting and provision by you of a written critical evaluation of how your clinical work has changed as a result of attending the course.
Your attention is also drawn to the general assessment principles for the Podiatric Clinical Biomechanics group of modules outlined in the student handbook. Assessment will also include extensive feedback to you.
Pass
Proficient, fluently, presented arguments that demonstrate understanding of theoretical issues in the application of knowledge.
Work includes critical analysis that demonstrates breadth and depth of literature and knowledge in the subject area, and originality in presentation.
The use of evidence demonstrates an understanding of the advancement of the boundaries of knowledge and is used as a basis for problem - solving.
Referencing is complete and accurate.
Merit
A piece of work which meets all the requirements of a pass grade and in addition:
Presents arguments which have been underpinned by a thorough exploration of data and conceptual - based evidence which may go beyond the boundaries of the discipline. Discussion communicates ideas and arguments logically, concisely, clearly and effectively.
Distinction
An outstanding piece of work which meets all of the requirements of a merit grade and in addition:
Demonstrates creativity and innovation.
There is substantial evidence of critique, challenge and original thought.
The arguments presented are compelling and authoritative and demonstrate synthesis to support new ideas
The essence of the assessment is to test:
Your reflection on your work.
Self appraisal, identification of gaps and the actions you took to fill them.
A continuous record of study and practice.
Organisation of evidence as a demonstration of gaining and using biomechanical knowledge and skill in practice.
You will therefore need to include:
Evidence of you participating in the designed learning experiences/activities.
Demonstration through various mechanisms that learning has taken place as evidenced on two levels:
1.Academic (the demonstration of gaining biomechanical knowledge, the process of attaining and selecting this knowledge for your portfolio, and the rationale for its inclusion with cross linkage between different areas within your portfolio)
2.Clinical Application (evidence of your biomechanical application in the work place setting and provision by you of a written critical evaluation of how your clinical work has changed as a result of attending the course.
Your attention is also drawn to the general assessment principles for the Podiatric Clinical Biomechanics group of modules outlined in the student handbook. Assessment will also include extensive feedback to you.
Pass
Proficient, fluently, presented arguments that demonstrate understanding of theoretical issues in the application of knowledge.
Work includes critical analysis that demonstrates breadth and depth of literature and knowledge in the subject area, and originality in presentation.
The use of evidence demonstrates an understanding of the advancement of the boundaries of knowledge and is used as a basis for problem - solving.
Referencing is complete and accurate.
Merit
A piece of work which meets all the requirements of a pass grade and in addition:
Presents arguments which have been underpinned by a thorough exploration of data and conceptual - based evidence which may go beyond the boundaries of the discipline. Discussion communicates ideas and arguments logically, concisely, clearly and effectively.
Distinction
An outstanding piece of work which meets all of the requirements of a merit grade and in addition:
Demonstrates creativity and innovation.
There is substantial evidence of critique, challenge and original thought.
The arguments presented are compelling and authoritative and demonstrate synthesis to support new ideas
Module Texts
Essential
Bartlett, R. (1999) Introduction to sports biomechanics, E&FNSpon, London ISBN 0-443-07838-6
Cavanagh, P. (ed) (1990) Bioemchanics of distance running, Human Kinetics, Illinois. ISBN 0-873222687
Harries, M., Williams, C., Stanish, W. Nicheli, L. (eds) (1994) Oxford Textbook of Sports Medicine, Oxford university Press, ISBN 0-192620096
Bartlett, R. (1999) Introduction to sports biomechanics, E&FNSpon, London ISBN 0-443-07838-6
Cavanagh, P. (ed) (1990) Bioemchanics of distance running, Human Kinetics, Illinois. ISBN 0-873222687
Harries, M., Williams, C., Stanish, W. Nicheli, L. (eds) (1994) Oxford Textbook of Sports Medicine, Oxford university Press, ISBN 0-192620096