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EXSS5114: Exercise and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation II

2024 unit information

The aim of this unit is to investigate the strategic application of exercise prescription principles to target specific prevention and rehabilitation goals. The unit focuses on the role of therapeutic exercise for the treatment and prevention of musculoskeletal conditions of the upper body and cervical spine and the application of exercise rehabilitation within compensable systems.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Medicine and Health

Study level Postgraduate
Academic unit Movement Sciences
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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EXSS5104
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of human structure, function, behaviour and the pathophysiological bases for a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, to allow safe and effective engagement in physical activity in healthy and clinical populations.
  • LO2. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of exercise and physical activity in the management of musculoskeletal injuries within the AEP scope of practice
  • LO3. Conduct and interpret a variety of musculoskeletal assessments, integrating anatomical and biomechanical knowledge to formulate measurement tool selection, monitoring actions, and strategies for case management
  • LO4. Design, revise and deliver client-centred exercise plans that consider scientific evidence, client goals, medical history, clinical status and other influencing factors for a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions across the Accredited Exercise Physiology (AEP) pathology domains using behaviour change strategies, interpretation of information, critical analysis, synthesis of evidence, reflection and creativity.

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2b 2024
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2 Early 2020
Block mode Cumberland, Sydney
Semester 2b 2021
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2b 2022
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2b 2023
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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