Medical Sciences - University of the West Indies
Medical Sciences - University of the West Indies
Medical Sciences - University of the West Indies
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FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES<br />
ECG and stress testing<br />
Benefits <strong>of</strong> exercise in chronic conditions e.g. diabetes,<br />
hypertension<br />
Pregnancy and exercise<br />
Sports Physiology (SPSF6005)<br />
Exercise and respiratory function including exercise<br />
induced asthma<br />
Temperature regulation<br />
Adaptations to different climates; underwater, high<br />
altitude<br />
Sleep physiology, and traveling adjustments<br />
Sports Science (SPSF6006)<br />
Muscle anatomy, physiology and function<br />
Training mechanisms for strength and endurance<br />
Factors comprising fitness testing<br />
Endocrine aspects <strong>of</strong> exercise<br />
Sports Nutrition/Biomechanics (SPSF6007)<br />
Fluid requirements and dehydration<br />
Fluid regimes and sports drinks<br />
Energy requirements and sources<br />
Nutritional components in sports enhancement<br />
Eating disorders<br />
Biomechanics <strong>of</strong> walking and running including gait<br />
analysis<br />
Biomechanics <strong>of</strong> throwing<br />
Sports specific biomechanics: swimming, cricket<br />
bowling, cycling<br />
Shoes and orthotics<br />
Sports Psychology/Pharmacology (SPSF6009)<br />
Psychology <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> successful athlete<br />
Performance enhancing techniques; goal setting,<br />
imagery<br />
Anxiety disorders<br />
Team dynamics<br />
Psychology in recovery from injuries<br />
Pharmacokinetics<br />
Athletes on prescribed medications<br />
Performance enhancement drugs<br />
WADA anti-doping regulations and lists<br />
The doctors bag<br />
Research Methods and Biostatistics (SPSF6011)<br />
<strong>Medical</strong> epidemiology<br />
Questionnaires<br />
Basic statistics<br />
Application <strong>of</strong> statistical s<strong>of</strong>tware e.g. SPSS<br />
Preparation for research project<br />
Research Project (SPSF6012)<br />
Formulation <strong>of</strong> research project and guidance<br />
through its execution and writing<br />
Practicum I (SPSF6013)<br />
To be held at Mona campus (one week)<br />
Examination techniques, group discussions and<br />
practical points on upper limb and thorax.<br />
Practicum II (SPSF6014)<br />
To be held at Mona campus (one week)<br />
Examination techniques, group discussions and<br />
practical points on lower limb and back.<br />
Contact Information:<br />
MSc Sports MedicineFaculty <strong>of</strong> <strong>Medical</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong>UWI,<br />
MonaTelephone: 927-1620 ext 3051 or<br />
977-6714<br />
Programme Coordinator: Dr. Akshai Mansingh<br />
MSc Sports and Exercise Medicine Physio<strong>the</strong>rapy<br />
Programme Objectives:<br />
Apply knowledge <strong>of</strong> anatomy to <strong>the</strong> understanding<br />
<strong>of</strong> injury and recovery<br />
GRADUATE STUDENTS INFORMATION GUIDE 2011/2012 20
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