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376-2017-00L 3 Credits BSC , MSC , NDS D-CHAB , D-MAVT , D-PHYS , D-ITET , D-HEST
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Biomechanics of Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation

Biomechanik von Sportverletzungen und Rehabilitation

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Jörg Goldhahn, PD Dr. Kai-Uwe Schmitt
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:35:57

Abstract

This lectures introduces the basic principles of injury mechanics and rehabilitation focussing on sports injuries.

Objective

Within the scope of this lecture you will learn the basic principles of trauma biomechanics. Based on examples from sports, you will get to know different mechanisms that can possibly result in injury. Investigating the background and cause of injury should allow you to assess the injury risk for sports activities. Furthermore you should be able to develop measures to prevent such injury.

Content

This lecture deals with the basic principles of injury mechanics and rehabilitation. Mechanisms that can result in injury are presented. Furthermore possibilities to prevent injuries are discussed. Thereby the lecture focuses on sports injuries.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Handouts will be made available.

Literature

Schmitt K-U, et al. "Trauma Biomechanics - An Introduction to Injury Biomechanics", Springer Publ. / Schmitt K-U, et al. "Trauma-Biomechanik - Einführung in die Biomechanik von Verletzungen", Springer Verlag

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , MSC , NDS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Biomechanik von Sportverletzungen und Rehabilitation
  • Mon 16:15-18:00 (HG D 5.2)
2 h weekly

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