Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Sport and Exercise Sciences
Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical
Workshop
Module Offerings
7155SPOSCI-JAN-CTY
Aims
This module aims to introduce the main biomechanical characteristics of human muscles, tendons and joints, and the implications for human movement, performance and biomechanical testing. The mechanical parameters and behaviour of these tissues of the human body in-vivo will also be examined in response to chronic loading and disuse in order to understand basic musculoskeletal mechanisms and adaptations underpinning changes in whole-body function and performance.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Critically appraise current literature on muscle-tendon mechanics and adaptations
2.
Analyse, evaluate and adapt methods used for the study of musculoskeletal system function in practice, research and development.
3.
Apply current strategies and methods for improving performance in sports and rehabilitation applications.
4.
Research, evaluate and summarise information related to muscle-tendon structure and function.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:• Muscle architecture and function, and the adaptations to (dis)use
• Tendon properties and the adaptations to (dis)use
• Neuromuscular activation and the adaptations to (dis)use
• Biomechanics of sprinting, jumping, landing and lifting
Module Overview:
This module aims to introduce the main biomechanical characteristics of human muscles, tendons and joints and the implications for human movement, performance and biomechanical testing. The mechanical parameters and behaviour of these tissues of the human body in-vivo will also be examined in response to chronic loading and disuse in order to understand basic musculoskeletal mechanisms and adaptations underpinning changes in whole-body function and performance. You will receive two hours direct contact per week and take part in stimulus lectures and practical sessions on the topics concerned.
This module aims to introduce the main biomechanical characteristics of human muscles, tendons and joints and the implications for human movement, performance and biomechanical testing. The mechanical parameters and behaviour of these tissues of the human body in-vivo will also be examined in response to chronic loading and disuse in order to understand basic musculoskeletal mechanisms and adaptations underpinning changes in whole-body function and performance. You will receive two hours direct contact per week and take part in stimulus lectures and practical sessions on the topics concerned.
Additional Information:This module aims to introduce the main biomechanical characteristics of human muscles, tendons and joints, and the implications for human movement, performance and biomechanical testing. The mechanical parameters and behaviour of these tissues of the human body in-vivo will also be examined in response to chronic loading and disuse in order to understand basic musculoskeletal mechanisms and adaptations underpinning changes in whole-body function and performance.
Assessments
Report
Presentation