Video: Intermediate Sports Medicine: Module 4 Intro (1 min)

Introduction

In module four, we will apply the information from the previous three modules in a practical setting. We will look at three case studies: an upper limb injury, a lower limb injury, and a post-operative rehabilitation. This module should be used to review what you have learned so far and give insight into how everything comes together in real-world settings. By the end of this module, you should be confident in applying the principles of sports medicine and injury management to various scenarios.

Learning Objectives

Module 4: Applied Practice

1. Apply knowledge from previous modules to assess and manage upper and lower limb injuries in case studies.
2. Develop rehabilitation plans for athletes with labral injuries, high ankle sprains, and post-operative rehabilitation.
3. Explain the principles of post-operative rehabilitation and the phases involved.
4. Identify the criteria for return-to-sport testing and the importance of these tests in the rehabilitation process.
5. Understand the balance between technical and non-technical training loads during rehabilitation to avoid underloading or overloading athletes.