Course Syllabus
Sports Medicine: Performance and Fatigue |
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| Semester & Location: |
Summer Session 1 2019 - DIS Copenhagen |
| Type & Credits: |
Elective Course - 3 credits |
| Major Disciplines: |
Biology, Biomedicine / Biotechnology, Pre-Medicine / Health Science |
| Prerequisite(s): |
One year of biology and chemistry at the university level |
| Faculty Member: |
Martin Prassé |
| Program Director: |
Susana Dietrich |
| Time & Place: |
V10-D14, refer to Canvas calendar for lecture times and locations |
Faculty
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Martin Prassé |
Course Description
The course covers a general introduction to anatomy, kinesiology, and the biomechanics of human movement. The student will be introduced to analyses of movement in regards to dysfunctions that will increase the risk of injury. The effects of fatigue will be discussed and students will be introduced to training schemes to decrease injury risk.
Throughout the course, there will be case studies where students will have to apply their knowledge of biomechanics and anatomy to determine the most efficient and effective treatments and recoveries in different scenarios. Students will be exposed to such skills as immediate decision-making, consultation, injury evaluation, and communication.
NOTE: There will be a physical component to this course where the students will be expected to run and lift weights.
Expected Learning Outcomes
The objective of the course is to introduce students to sports medicine through a mechanistic approach which can later be applied in a clinical setting. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
- Understand the biomechanics during the human movement
- Make a quick screening of movement to determine the increased risk of injury
- Gain a general overview of the most reoccurring muscle injuries and why they happen on a molecular level
- Introduction to kinesiology lab skills
- Make a basic exercise regime to prevent injury
- Perform basic first aid in an on-field setting
DIS Contacts
Susana Dietrich, Program Director, Science & Health
Philippa Carey, Program Coordinator, Science & Health, pc@dis.dk
Solveig Svendsen, Program Assistant, Science & Health, ssv@dis.dk
Science & Health Program Office: Vestergade 7-37
Required Readings
- Hole JW: Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, 10th Edition. WC Brown Publishers, London 2004: Hole. McArdle WD, Katch FI, Katch VL: Exercise Physiology: Nutrition, Energy and Human Performance. 8th edition.
- McArdle WD, Katch FI, Katch VL: Exercise Physiology: Nutrition, Energy and Human Performance. 8th edition.
- Additional Readings will placed on Canvas
Approach to Teaching
The course will be taught with a dynamic hands-on approach where the students are expected to participate in an interactive way. Clinical and lab tests will be applied on students by students and instructors.
Not all literature for each lecture will be covered in class. However, it will serve as a foundation for the discussions in class.
In order to excel in this course, you should have a basic understanding of, and feel comfortable with, anatomy and concepts that are typically covered in an introductory anatomy course.
Evaluation
Students will be evaluated based on participation, one exam, two assignments, and a final project.
Exam
The Exam length will be for 60 minutes.
You will be examined on all reading and lecture material from the first week of classes.
Tests will consist of a mix of short answer questions and essay questions regarding anatomy in relation to the major joints in the body and regarding exercise physiology.
The exam is taken online via Canvas.
Assignment I
For Assignment I, you will produce a corrective exercise prescription for a client.
You will be divided into groups of two.
You will work together in these groups and perform screening tests upon each other. Based on your findings in the screening you will provide three corrective exercises in total for each individual in the group.
You will deliver a written description of the exercises.
Written exercise description should include:
- Illustrations on how to perform it
- Purpose of the exercises
- A written description of how to perform the exercise
- The volume of the exercise (intensity, reps, sets, frequency)
- A short discussion of why these exercises are chosen over others.
You will be graded individually.
Assignment II
For Assignment II, reflect on what you learned during the field studies in regards to running technique and biomechanics and the impact on injuries.
In 1-2 pages; name 3 things you took away from the two field studies, and discuss how you think you can apply that knowledge in a real-life setting.
You will be graded with complete/incomplete.
Final project
As the final project, you will present a full case report. You can pick one of three cases provided. This report should function as a complete and structured exercise program. It will build upon the assignments you completed during the course.
- Exercise-program (max 3 pages)
- create a complete program which counts in findings, physiological needs, and challenges in relations to the injury.
- Must include: Corrective exercises, strength training, relevant cardio training and neuromuscular training.
- The exercise program has to be realistic (will my case-person be able to complete).
- Include a short discussion of why these exercises are chosen over others, with reference to scientific literature. (max 1 page)
- A short discussion on sleep and nutrition in regards to the athlete. (max 1 page)
- List of references.
Grading
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Exam |
20% |
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Assignments (2 at 15% each) |
30% |
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Final Project |
40% |
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Participation |
10% |
Class participation covers the following areas
- Attendance
- Level of preparation and ability to answer questions asked in class
- Involvement in class and group discussions
Laptops in Class
You may use your laptop for note‐taking or fact‐checking. Usage not related to the class or our subject is unacceptable. We will rely on your integrity and your respect for our objectives. If you are using your laptop for reasons not related to class, your class participation grade will be reduced significantly and you will be asked not to bring your laptop.
A good learning environment requires as little disturbance as possible, and that everyone is present, prepared, and participating. Out of respect for both faculty and fellow students, we expect you to be ready when the class starts and to participate in the full duration of the class without leaving the classroom. Restroom visits and other errands are to be completed before and after class
Academic Regulations
Please make sure to read the Academic Regulations on the DIS website. There you will find regulations on:
DIS - Study Abroad in Scandinavia - www.DISabroad.org
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