Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module aims to present current concepts and practical skills relating to soft tissue/manual therapy techniques. This includes the introduction to, physiological explanation of, demonstration and practice of different soft tissue therapies including, but not limited to, massage, myofascial trigger point release and myofascial release techniques. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Describe the physiological principles and techniques of soft tissue therapies, including but not limited to, massage, trigger point release and myofascial release techniques 2. Select and demonstrate the appropriate soft tissue techniques in the management, and prevention, of injury and response to exercise. 3. Evaluate the role of soft tissue therapies in preparation for, and recovery from, exercise | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
The physiological rationale for soft tissue techniquesThis includes, but is not limited to, massage, trigger point release and myofascial release techniquesThe pathophysiology of myofascial trigger pointsSoft tissue technique skillsThis deals with how to select and deliver the appropriate soft tissue technique. It will include, but is not limited to, massage, trigger point release and myofascial release techniquessoft tissue therapies in preparation for and recovery from exercise | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Date of Last Revision | 16-JUL-09 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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