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Module Title Soft Tissue Therapies
Module Code SS314
School School of Health & Human Performance

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Module Co-ordinatorMr Enda WhyteOffice NumberA246
Level 3 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Module Aims

Module Aims:

  • To present current concepts and practical skills relating to the use of sports massage techniques


Learning Outcomes

After completion of this module students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of principles and techniques of soft tissue therapies.
  • Demonstrate competence in common soft tissue therapies.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of sports massage in preparation for exercise and recovery from exercise.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of  soft tissue therapies as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment of soft tissue injuries.


Indicative Time Allowances
Hours
Lectures 6
Tutorials 24
Laboratories 6
Seminars
Independent Learning Time 39

Total 75
Placements
Assignments
NOTE
Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.

Indicative Syllabus

Indicative Syllabus:

  • Soft tissue therapy techniques.
  • Soft tissue therapies in Injury prevention.
  • Soft tissue therapies in preparation for and recovery from exercise.

Core Transferable Skills:

  • Interpersonal
  • Ethics
  • Record keeping
Assessment
Continuous Assessment50% Examination Weight50%
Indicative Reading List

Indicative Reading List:

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