Modiwl JXH-4408:
Exercise is Medicine
Exercise is Medicine 2024-25
JXH-4408
2024-25
School of Psychology & Sport Science
Module - Semester 1
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Seren Evans
Overview
This module will cover the following themes:
Rheumatoid Arthritis Multiple Sclerosis Coronary Heart Disease Breast/Prostate Cancer Introduction to Exercise Rehabilitation and Screening Patients, Exercise Testing, Exercise Prescription
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -(C) Basic knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiology of chronic conditions, preparation of baseline assessments and exercise prescription. Most criteria are met to an adequate standard; there may be a wide range in the quality of the different components.
-good -(B) Good knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiology of chronic conditions, preparation of baseline assessments and exercise prescription. Most criteria are met to a good standard; some may be met to a very good standard.
-excellent -(A) Deep knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiology of chronic conditions, preparation of baseline assessments and exercise prescription. Some criteria are met to an exceptionally high standard; the remainder are met to an excellent standard.
Learning Outcomes
- Confidently and competently present a 10-minute presentation providing an overview of a chronic condition.
- Critically analyse current exercise guidelines, scientific papers and reviews to prescribe suitable exercise programmes for people with a variety of chronic conditions.
- Critically analyse the relationship between physical activity and exercise on health outcomes in a diverse range of participant groups and appreciate the importance of equality.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology, symptoms, and diagnosis of a range of chronic conditions.
- Demonstrate competency in assessing and monitoring the health and wellbeing of a client through appropriate evidence-based testing and exercise prescription/lifestyle intervention, demonstrating professionalism by practising key personal qualities such as compassion, empathy, flexibility, equality, diversity and understanding.
- Prepare suitable and comprehensive health assessments for patients with a range of chronic conditions or for those during recovery from treatment.
Assessment method
Individual Presentation
Assessment type
Summative
Description
10-minute audio PowerPoint Presentation on one of the chronic conditions covered in the module.
Weighting
30%
Due date
02/12/2024
Assessment method
Essay
Assessment type
Summative
Description
In this assignment, students are tasked with developing a comprehensive exercise rehabilitation plan for a case study patient. The assignment requires students to select a specific patient with a chronic condition / post-operative procedure, outline the epidemiology and prevalence of the condition, describe the underlying pathophysiology, and design an evidence-based exercise rehabilitation program tailored to the individual's needs. The essay should cover initial assessments and screening tools, ongoing monitoring methods, progression strategies, and the multidisciplinary team (MDT) involvement.
Weighting
70%
Due date
11/11/2024