Injuries in Sports (LSPA_053)
About Study Course
Objective
To acquire knowledge about injuries in sports, their causes, manifestations and prevention of injuries in sports lessons.
To acquire skills and competence in the application of RICE principles in first aid, in cases of sports injuries.
Prerequisites
In Anatomy, Dynamic Anatomy, Physiology, Sports Physiology, First Aid, Biomechanics, Sports Theory and Methodology. Sports pedagogy.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge of the causes of injuries, first aid, principles of treatment and rehabilitation for athletes.
Prevention of injuries in sports.
Knows the most typical injuries in certain sports, their causes, signs.
Skills to provide first aid in case of injuries, apply RICE principles to athletes.
Provide first aid in case of injuries to athletes, following the principles of RICE.
Prophylactically prevent trauma in sports events.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports science, SpZNn | 7 | Bachelor’s | Limited choice | Līga Zenfa |
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports science, SpZ | 6 | Bachelor’s | Limited choice |
