5B097E - Assessment and Injury Pathology in Sport and Exercise Therapy 01 Sep 2027 - 31 Aug 2033 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 5B097E | ||
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| Module Title: | Assessment and Injury Pathology in Sport and Exercise Therapy | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Sport | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Sports Coaching | ||
| Module Leader: | Sara Gray | ||
| Module Team: | Leighanne Kelly | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2027 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | |||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
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| Valid From | 01 Sep 2027 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2033 |
Module Aims
The main aims of the module are:
To develop students
’foundational understanding of human anatomy, kinesiology, and biomechanics, and their application to musculoskeletal (MSK) clinical examination and assessment.
To enable students to conduct and interpret subjective and objective MSK assessments, including special tests and red flag screening, to formulate initial clinical hypotheses safely and effectively.
To build students
’practical skills and professional awareness by introducing core assessment techniques, tissue-specific recognition, and clinical reasoning
Content Summary
By the end of this module, you will be able to conduct and interpret comprehensive musculoskeletal (MSK) assessments by integrating both subjective and objective findings. You will apply special tests, identify red flags, and use clinical reasoning to develop informed tissue hypotheses and differential diagnoses.
Throughout the module, you will progressively build the knowledge and practical skills required to perform both peripheral and spinal assessments. You will learn how to take detailed patient histories, perform structured physical examinations, and interpret findings to guide your clinical decision-making. You will develop competency in assessing all major peripheral joints as well as the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, recognising normal and abnormal movement patterns and identifying potential sources of dysfunction. Practical workshops and group learning tasks will give you the opportunity to apply these techniques in simulated clinical settings, allowing you to refine your assessment accuracy, professional communication, and clinical reasoning. By integrating these skills, you will be able to complete thorough, safe, and evidence-informed MSK assessments.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Teaching | 72 |
| Asynchronous activity | 10.5 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Independent self-directed study | 157.5 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Explain and demonstrate the ability to conduct and interpret comprehensive subjective and objective musculoskeletal assessments, including the use of special tests and red flag screening to inform clinical decision-making. |
| LO2 | Critically evaluate clinical findings to formulate differential diagnoses and determine appropriate referral pathways, ensuring safe and effective patient management. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Practical / Clinical Viva (Onsite) 2 | The assessment evaluates students’ ability to interpret a comprehensive subjective history and conduct an appropriate objective musculoskeletal assessment, applying clinical reasoning within the VIVA to justify tissue-specific hypotheses, interpret findings, and formulate an initial injury diagnosis. Students will be provided with a written case study, which they must use to guide their interpretation of subjective information and inform the selection and practical delivery of relevant objective assessment techniques. | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Practical / Clinical Viva (Onsite) 2 | The assessment rationale is to evaluate students’ ability to conduct a comprehensive subjective and objective spinal assessment, applying clinical reasoning within the VIVA to justify tissue-specific hypotheses, interpret clinical findings, and formulate an initial spinal injury diagnosis, while demonstrating safe and evidence-informed practice. Students will be provided with a written case study, which they must use to guide their interpretation of subjective information and inform the selection and practical delivery of appropriate objective spinal assessment techniques. | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical / Clinical Viva (Onsite) 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical / Clinical Viva (Onsite) 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |