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Archived Version 2014 - 2015

Module Title Applied Modalities & Clinical Practice
Module Code SS333
School School of Health & Human Performance

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Noel McCaffreyOffice NumberAG23
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

This module will introduce the student 1. the use of therapeutic modalities in the treatment of musculoskeletal injury 2. the scientific basis for the use of therapeutic modalities in Sports Medicine 3. alternative medicine options in treating musculoskeletal injury 4. the role of the Athletic Therapy and Training student in a multidisiplinary team caring for the health of players and athletes 5. participation in journal article critical review

Learning Outcomes

1. examine current literature on the scientific basis for the use of therapeutic modalities in the treatment of musculoskeletal injury
2. explain the mechanism of action of commonly used therapeutic modalities
3. list the indications and contraindications for the use of therapeutic modalities
4. administer therapeutic modalities in a safe and effective manner
5. list commonly used alternative therapies in treating musculoskeletal injury
6. perform an oral presentation of a journal club article
7. generate a log-book record of cases seen and activities undertaken in clinical placements and student led clinic
8. write a detailed case report
9. perform specific clinical tests in Student led Clinic



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture36No Description
Seminars12Journal Club
Clinical laboratory24Student led Clinic
Clinical placement36team placement
Independent Study17No Description
Total Workload: 125

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

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

None
Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment60% Examination Weight40%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

  • Peter Brukner and Karim Khan: 2002, Clinical sports medicine, 2nd, 0074711083
  • Chad Starkey, Jeffrey L. Ryan: 2002, Evaluation of orthopedic and athletic injuries, F.A. Davis Co., Philadelphia, PA, 9780803607910
  • William E. Prentice: 2009, Arnheim's principles of athletic training, McGraw-Hill Higher Education, Boston, 0077236289
Other Resources

None
Programme or List of Programmes
ATTBSc Athletic Therapy and Training
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