SES176 Sports MassageInstitutional InformationDegree Programs Exercise and Sport SciencesInformation For Students
Exercise and Sport Sciences
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General Introduction Information of the Course

Course Code: SES176
Ders İsmi: Sports Massage
Ders Yarıyılı: Fall
Ders Kredileri:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
1 2 2 4
Language of instruction: TR
Ders Koşulu:
Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?: No
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Öğretim Elemanı
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objectives and Content

Course Objectives: Sports massage is a crucial technique used to enhance athletic performance, prevent injuries, and expedite recovery. This course aims to teach students the techniques of sports massage, help them understand its anatomical and physiological foundations, and develop the skills to design appropriate massage applications tailored to athletes' needs.
Course Content: History and importance of sports massage; anatomical and physiological foundations of massage techniques; types of massage applied before, during, and after sports; the role of massage in sports injuries; effects of massage on circulatory, nervous, and muscular systems; oils and massage tools; sports massage techniques (effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, friction); ethical principles and professional practices; applications of sports massage in various sports disciplines.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Gains the ability to plan massage applications used before, during, and after sports activities.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
1) Acquires knowledge of oils, tools, and ethical principles used in massage practices.
Field Specific Competence
1) Learns and applies the anatomical and physiological foundations of sports massage.
2) Designs and implements appropriate massage techniques for various sports disciplines and athletes.
3) Evaluates and applies the therapeutic effects of massage in sports injuries.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Course Weekly Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Sports Massage
2) Physiological Foundations of Sports Massage
3) Introduction to Massage Techniques
4) Pre-Sports Massage
5) In-Sports Massage
6) Post-Sports Massage
7) Friction and Tapotement Techniques
7) Friction and Tapotement Techniques
8) midterms
9) Massage for Sports Injuries
10) Massage Tools and Use of Oils
11) Ethical and Professional Applications of Massage
12) Sport-Specific Massage Techniques
13) Group Work and Practical Training
14) Repetition and Review of Techniques
15) General Assessment and Q&A
16) finals

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Goats, G. C. (1994). Massage - The scientific basis of an ancient art: Part 1. The techniques. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 28(3), 149–152. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsm.28.3.149

Cash, M. (2020). Sport and remedial massage therapy (4th ed.). Elsevier.
References: Goats, G. C. (1994). Massage - The scientific basis of an ancient art: Part 1. The techniques. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 28(3), 149–152. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsm.28.3.149

Cash, M. (2020). Sport and remedial massage therapy (4th ed.). Elsevier.

Relationship Between Course and Program Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Recognizes physical, performance-oriented and health-related needs.
2) Develops a training program appropriate to the individual characteristics of the athletes.
3) Solves problems using self-regulation and critical thinking skills.
4) Knows the legal regulations regarding exercise and sports and applies them in professional practice.
5) Recognize the sports management system and sports policies in Turkey.
6) Evaluates the performance development of athletes.
7) Effectively conveys information in the field of exercise and sports sciences both verbally and in writing.
8) Uses informatics and performance analysis technologies used in sports sciences.
9) Evaluates the relationship between sports performance, training programs, or health using scientific methods.
10) Directs athletes to appropriate branches according to their development processes.

Relationship Between Course and Learning Outcome

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Medium 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Recognizes physical, performance-oriented and health-related needs. 2
2) Develops a training program appropriate to the individual characteristics of the athletes. 1
3) Solves problems using self-regulation and critical thinking skills. 1
4) Knows the legal regulations regarding exercise and sports and applies them in professional practice. 1
5) Recognize the sports management system and sports policies in Turkey. 2
6) Evaluates the performance development of athletes. 2
7) Effectively conveys information in the field of exercise and sports sciences both verbally and in writing. 2
8) Uses informatics and performance analysis technologies used in sports sciences. 3
9) Evaluates the relationship between sports performance, training programs, or health using scientific methods. 2
10) Directs athletes to appropriate branches according to their development processes. 3

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Course

Assessment and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 5 70
Homework Assignments 3 6 18
Midterms 1 7 7
Final 1 5 5
Total Workload 100