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EXSS3027: Exercise and Rehabilitation

2022 unit information

The aim of this unit is to investigate the strategic application of the principles of exercise prescription to target specific prevention and rehabilitation goals. The unit explores the pathophysiological basis of exercise limitations across a range of musculoskeletal injuries including the ankle, knee and shoulder, chronic lower back pain, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and joint replacement.. The underlying aim of the unit focuses on the application of exercise to rehabilitate functional capacity for patients who suffer from such conditions. The principles of exercise prescription include examining scientific evidence for the safety and efficacy of numerous exercise modalities to help establish core stability; re-establish neuromuscular control; restore full range of motion; restore or increase muscular strength, endurance, and power; and maintain cardio-respiratory fitness.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Movement Sciences

Code EXSS3027
Academic unit Movement Sciences
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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EXSS3024
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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(EXSS2028 and EXSS2022) or EXSS2027

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

  • LO1. explain the stages of development of several chronic diseases and musculoskeletal injuries
  • LO2. describe the pathophysiological bases of several chronic diseases and musculoskeletal injuries
  • LO3. explain the effect of various pathologies on the response to exercise
  • LO4. discuss the role of exercise and physical activity in the management of chronic disease and musculoskeletal injuries
  • LO5. assess and prescribe a safe and effective exercise program for the management of chronic disease and musculoskeletal injuries.

Unit availability

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2 Early 2020
Normal day Cumberland, Sydney
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2022
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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