KINE 4404U – Injury Prevention for Sport and Physical Activity

Sports injury prevention typically focuses on individual‐level determinants of injury (e.g. biomechanical and/or behavioural) with little regard for other contributing influences. This course uses an ecological systems theory approach to identify factors that influence injury in sport and physical activity. By examining the complex interplay between individual, relationship, community, and societal factors, strategies related to education, environment, and enforcement (Haddon Matrix) can be identified and implemented in order to reduce/eliminate injuries in sport and physical activity.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 1810U or KINE 1000U) and 60 credit hours
Note(s): Contact hours may consist of a variety of instructional methods.