Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Sport and Exercise Sciences
Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical
Module Offerings
7116SPOSCI-JAN-CTY
Aims
This module aims to provide the conceptual and practical knowledge base that develops and extends your understanding of clinical movement analysis. The students will learn how to interpret gait analysis results in a clinical context through exposure to the current literature, specialised methods, and clinical case studies. They will also be exposed to the latest research developments in the unique area of virtual rehabilitation.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Analyse and integrate the advanced concepts related to the theory and practice of clinical movement analysis
2.
Produce and be able to interpret the results of a gait analysis report
3.
Critically appraise the current literature in the methodological and applied aspects of clinical movement analysis
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:The module content includes:
Introduction to clinical movement analysis
Problem based learning - advanced use of gait analysis software
Theory of normal gait
Physical examination
The role of gait analysis in cerebral palsy
Site visit to Alder Hey Hospital’s Gait Laboratory
Abnormal gait
Introduction to virtual rehabilitation
Movement re-training applications of virtual rehabilitation
Effects of visual influences on gait
Additional Information:This module provides an opportunity to focus onto the clinical use of gait analysis. Aspects of the advanced methodology and the clinical decision making process will be visited.
Our world-class Biomechanics laboratories house cutting edge equipment waiting for you to use them. Optoelectronic cameras enable 3D movement capture, force and pressure platforms give information about global and local loads, virtual reality (CAREN system) provides interaction in real time. See our Biomechanics section on the RISES website for staff research which feeds into your studies. A long track record of academic staff in gait analysis and virtual rehabilitation ensures that students gain insight into both the theoretical and practical aspects of these important applications of biomechanics. The existing links and ongoing collaboration with the North West Movement Analysis Centre at Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust provide access to clinical case presentations and invited speakers.