Neuromusculoskeletal Injury and Assessment

Code School Level Credits Semesters
PHRS1021 Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences 1 20 Full Year UK
Code
PHRS1021
School
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences
Level
1
Credits
20
Semesters
Full Year UK

Summary

This module will provide Sport Rehabilitation students with the underpinning knowledge of common injury aetiology and basic assessment techniques focused primarily on the neuromusculoskeletal system needed by a Graduate Sport Rehabilitator. This will allow students the opportunity to develop a knowledge of the risks and occurrence of common injury, dysfunction, and disease of the human body as well as the basic components of assessment utilised in clinical practise meeting global educational standards within the field of Sport Rehabilitation, Athletic Training and Therapy.

Target Students

Year 1 BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation students

Classes

Teaching You are taught through a combination of lectures, seminars and practicals. Lectures may take place either on campus or online to deliver the theoretical underpinning of a subject. Seminars enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. Practicals allow you the opportunity to apply your theoretical knowledge in vocational environments and engaging with contemporary equipment and facilities. Your contact hours per week vary, but typically for this module will account for around 3 contact hours each week. This typically consists of: • 1 hour of lecture • 2 hours of practicals Independent Learning When not attending lectures, seminars, practicals, or other timetabled sessions, you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve reading journal articles and books, working on individual and group projects, undertaking research in the library, preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for examinations. Your independent learning is supported by a range of excellent facilities, including the library, Moodle, and our clinical skills suite. Academic support Our Academic Support Team provides help in the following areas: • Study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills) • Written English (including punctuation and grammatical accuracy) • Academic writing (including how to reference) • Research skills (in conjunction with the library) • Critical thinking and understanding arguments • Revision, assessment and examination skills (including time management) Our Disability Support Service works to create an inclusive and equitable teaching and learning environment to the benefit of all students. They provide help to students with a disability, mental health difficulty, long term medical condition, autistic spectrum condition, or a specific learning difference such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia or ADHD. Teaching staff You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the academic plan. The team includes senior academics, professional practitioners with industry experience, demonstrators and technical officers. Postgraduate research students who have undertaken teacher training may also contribute to the teaching of seminars under the supervision of the module leader. Our teaching is informed by the research and consultancy we undertake.

Assessment

Assessed by end of designated period

Educational Aims

The aim of the module is the development of students’ knowledge and awareness of common injuries, dysfunctions, and diseases of the human body along with basic assessment techniques utilised within the Sport Rehabilitation profession. Students will develop a working knowledge of the aetiology, signs, symptoms, and clinical presentations of a variety of common injuries, dysfunctions, and diseases, with a particular focus towards those within the scope of practise of Graduate Sport Rehabilitators. Students will also be introduced to the basic principles of assessing a service user to form a clinical impression. Professional conduct, appreciation of other relevant health professionals, and the scope of practise of a Graduate Sport Rehabilitator will be reinforced throughout.

Learning Outcomes

Describe the underpinning details of common neuromusculoskeletal injury, dysfunction and disease.

Identify suitable assessment methods and their outcomes for common injury, dysfunction or disease.

Demonstrate suitable assessment methods for common injury, dysfunction or disease.

Identify the impact of the biopsychosocial model of healthcare within common injury, dysfunction or disease.

Conveners

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Last updated 07/01/2025.