LBIA003 Measurement of Neuromuscular Function and Performance (3–8 cr)

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Study level:
Intermediate studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024

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To gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in various measurement systems and data analysis in biomechanics

Description

Content

Force and pressure
EMG: muscle activation, reflexes, electrical stimulation
In vivo muscle mechanics
Kinematic analysis
Mechanical work and power
Stiffness
Data acquisition and processing

Completion methods

12 hours of lectures, 16 hours of demonstrations and 16 hours of independent laboratory work
Exchange students 3 ECTS; lectures and literature, NO demonstrations.
Students prepare brief reports of their laboratory work. Exams on lectures and literature.

Assessment details

Lectures 50%.literature 50%, demonstrations pass / fail

Learning outcomes

To gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in various measurement systems and data analysis in biomechanics. After completing the course a student is able to:
• use biomechanical research methods such as force transducers, surface electromyography, muscle and nerve stimulation
• describe muscle activation and contraction mechanisms
• explain the neural and muscle mechanical factors affecting the force production of skeletal muscle

Additional information

1st fall

Literature

  • Enoka, R. M. 2015. Neuromechanics of Human Movement, part I. Champaign. IL, USA: Human Kinetics (147 s.) Sivut 1-91 ja 105-161 (Part II). ISBN: 9780736066792, 0736066799

Completion methods

Method 1

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Teaching (3–8 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English

Teaching