Analysis of Human Movement
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| PHRS3019 | Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences | 3 | 10 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- PHRS3019
- School
- Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This course considers:
- Theoretical and practical elements of the measurement of human movement.
- The role of biomechanical analysis in clinical practice.
- Analysis of human movement and its role in enhancing performance during both sports and rehabilitation.
Target Students
Level 3 physiotherapy and sport rehabilitation students
Classes
- Two 3-hour seminars each week for 3 weeks
- Two 3-hour lectures each week for 3 weeks
Assessment
- 100% Presentation 1: Individual poster presentation of data collected in laboratory (15 mins and 5 mins Q)Presentation may be delivered remotely
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
This course aims to provide the student with an understanding of human movement analysis andto provide practical experience in measuring and analysing human movement using data collection equipment, while building on existing skills to evaluate critically the output of these tools and methods.Learning Outcomes
Critically evaluate the use of a variety of measurement techniques for the assessment of human movement
Apply a variety of measurement techniques
Interpret the outcome measures of measurement techniques to inform clinical reasoning
Synthesise a suitable treatment plane based on measurement technique outcomes
Disseminate information to peers
Conveners
Last updated 07/01/2025.