Course Description:

The main focus of this course component is related to the understanding of the role that physical therapists play in both the industrial continuum and sports physical therapy. Emphasis is placed on acute management of traumatic injuries and/or sudden illness. In addition, injury prevention with an emphasis on the advanced clinical competencies related to the practice of sports physical therapy will also be covered.

Learning Outcome:

Upon completion,students shall be able to:

• Discuss common sports injuries and get insight into the mechanics and Pathomechanics of sports injuries

• Discuss responsibilities of sports physiotherapist

• Evaluate the sports injuries

• Formulate rehabilitation plan for sports injuries.

Reading/Reference Books:

• Sports Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention by: Paul Comfort &Earle Abrahamson, 1st Edition, 2010,Wiley Blackwell Publishers https://u.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=XZwnRLXZh0DyFUirzUYKznX61m7RlVBtT0M7

• Clinical Sports Medicine by: Brukner & Khan, 4ed, McGraw-Hill Publishers https://u.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=XZTeRLXZP2yH3OfrIsSnXC3W4GIa9y0cdQ47

• A guide to sports and injury management by: Mike Bundy & Andy Leaver, 1st edition, 2010, Churchill Livingstone.

Assessment Criteria:

Assessment schedule: 3 tests & one send-up written examination including objective & subjective (SEQs, LEQs) type questions as a part of Physical Therapy Treatment & Techniques -I inclusive of Sports Physical Therapy component
Internal Assessment (based on class tests, class performance and attendance): 20 Marks
Written: 90 Marks
Practical: 90 Marks

Class Schedule:

Tuesday: 2 pm to 2:40 Pm (Group A),  2:40 Pm to 3:20 Pm (Group B)

Start Date: February 15,2021