Module JXH-4001:
Exercise is Medicine
Module Facts
Run by School of Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences
30.000 Credits or 15.000 ECTS Credits
Semester 1 & 2
Organiser: Dr Jennifer Cooney
Overall aims and purpose
"If we could give every individual the right amount of nourishment and exercise, not too little and not too much, we would have found the safest way to health"
Hippocrates
Exercise is Medicine!. In this module you will learn about the common chronic conditions that are having a significant impact on peoples health today and how regular exercise and increased physical activity can be used to help treat a variety of these chronic conditions. Using current exercise guidelines and the latest research literature you will develop key knowledge and practical skills which will enable you to screen patients for exercise, perform a wide range of health assessments and prescribe an individualised exercise programme for a variety of clinical populations. The knowledge and practical skills that you will develop in this module will provide you with a toolkit of knowledge and skills to take away for your future work.
Course content
This module will cover the following themes: Semester One: Rheumatoid Arthritis Multiple Sclerosis Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Coronary Heart Disease Cancer Introduction to Exercise Rehabilitation and Screening Patients, Exercise Testing, Exercise Prescription
Semester Two: Cardio Protective Effects of Exercise, Aging and Cardiovascular Health, Exercise and the Autonomic Nervous System, Examination of Vascular Health,
There are three assessments for this module - see assessment tab for further information.
Please note: module failure that prevents any student from passing the year will require resit assessment and attendance at Supplementary Assessment Week (exact date TBC but expected to be in July 2021).
Assessment Criteria
good
Most criteria are met to a good standard; some may be met to a very good standard.
threshold
Most criteria are met to an adequate standard; there may be a wide range in the quality of different components
excellent
Some criteria are met to an exceptionally high standard; the remainder are met to an excellent standard
Learning outcomes
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Critically discuss the physiological adaptations that occur with exercise training in the human body and how this relates to a range of chronic conditions.
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Demonstrate a thorough understanding of and critically discuss pathophysiology, symptoms, and diagnosis of different diseases
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Plan and implement a variety of suitable exercise tests and exercise training programmes for a range of patients with chronic conditions or in those during recovery from treatment.
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Be able to critically analyse scientific papers and reviews to determine the most appropriate exercise tests and exercise programmes for people with a variety of chronic conditions.
Assessment Methods
| Type | Name | Description | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESSAY | Assessment Three Written Assignment | 2000 word written assignment on the impact of exercise on cardiovascular disease (40% of final module mark). |
40.00 |
| INDIVIDUAL PRESENTATION | Assessment One Audio PowerPoint Presentation | 10 minute audio PowerPoint presentation of a chosen chronic condition (20% of final module mark). You will prepare a 10 minute PowerPoint presentation demonstrating your knowledge of your chosen chronic condition and how exercise can be utilized in the treatment of patients. The Presentation should include: • Background to the condition • The rationale for using exercise as a treatment for the chosen condition • Review of research papers that examine the role of exercise in treating that condition. |
20.00 |
| Assessment Two Case Report | 40.00 |
Teaching and Learning Strategy
| Hours | ||
|---|---|---|
| Private study | 245 | |
| Laboratory | 15 | |
| Seminar | This course will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminar, tutorials and workshops. For September 2020 we will be starting the academic year with a blended learning approach in response to Covid 19. For the most up to date information on this please look at https://www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/september-faqs.php.en” |
40 |
Transferable skills
- Literacy - Proficiency in reading and writing through a variety of media
- Numeracy - Proficiency in using numbers at appropriate levels of accuracy
- Self-Management - Able to work unsupervised in an efficient, punctual and structured manner. To examine the outcomes of tasks and events, and judge levels of quality and importance
- Exploring - Able to investigate, research and consider alternatives
- Critical analysis & Problem Solving - Able to deconstruct and analyse problems or complex situations. To find solutions to problems through analyses and exploration of all possibilities using appropriate methods, rescources and creativity.
- Safety-Consciousness - Having an awareness of your immediate environment, and confidence in adhering to health and safety regulations
- Presentation - Able to clearly present information and explanations to an audience. Through the written or oral mode of communication accurately and concisely.
Subject specific skills
- demonstrate effective written and/or oral communication and presentation skills
- work effectively independently and with others
- take and demonstrate responsibility for their own learning and continuing personal and professional development
- plan and design practical activities using appropriate techniques and procedures whilst demonstrating high levels of relevant skills
- communicate succinctly at a level appropriate to different audiences.
- accurately interpret case study data
- develop justifiable and/or evidence-based interventions
Resources
Talis Reading list
http://readinglists.bangor.ac.uk/modules/jxh-4001.htmlReading list
Research papers will be made available on Blackboard under each Lecture and in Resources. It should be noted, that whilst these articles will give you a good understanding of the topics discussed during the module they are by no means an exhaustive list and additional reading material should be sourced.Tailored readings e.g. Journal Articles etc. will be available to students on Blackboard. See below for a sample:
• Lemmey, A.B. et al., (2009). Effects of High-Intensity Resistance Training in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Arthritis & Rheumatism, 61: 1726–1734
• Sandoo, A.et al., (2010). The endothelium and its role in regulating vascular tone. The Open Cardiovascular Medicine Journal, 23(4): 302-12
• Heyward (2010). Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription. 6th edition. Human Kinetics
• Durstine et al. (2009). ACSM’s Exercise Management for Persons with Chronic Diseases and Disabilities. 3rd edition. Human Kinetics.
• Ehrman et al (2013), Clinical Exercise Physiology. 3rd Edition. Human Kinetics
• Fu &Levine (2013) Exercise and the autonomic nervous system in Handbook of Clinical Neurology pp 147-60. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-444-53491-0.00013-4
• Smith & Fernhall (2011) Advanced Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology. Human Kinetics. 1st Edition.
• Taylor and Jonson (2008), Physiology of Exercise and Healthy Aging. Human Kinetics
• ACSM’s Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (2014), 9th Edition. Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins
Courses including this module
Compulsory in courses:
- C6AC: MRes Sport and Exercise Physiology year 1 (MRES/SPEPH)
- B6AP: MSc Exercise Rehabilitation year 1 (MSC/EXREHAB)
- B6AL: MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology year 1 (MSC/SPEXPHYS)
Optional in courses:
- C883: BSc Clinical Sports Science year 3 (BSC/CLSPS)
- B6AF: MSc Applied Sports Science year 1 (MSC/ASPS)
- C608: MSci Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences year 4 (MSCI/SHS)