UNSW Handbook Course - Physical Activity in Special Populations

Physical Activity in Special Populations - PHPH4513


	Faculty: Faculty of Medicine
	School: School of Medical Sciences
	Campus: Kensington Campus
	Career: Undergraduate
	Units of Credit: 3
	Contact Hours per Week: 3
	Enrolment Requirements:
	Prerequisite: ANAT2111, PHPH2501, PHPH2503
	Offered: Semester 1 2005
	Fee Band: 2

Description

The focus of this course is on special populations and their special needs for engaging in physical activity. The course will introduce students to the literature examining the effects of physical activity on health. In particular, the role of physical activity in the health of children, women, aging adults, pain, arthritis, and asthma patients will be described.

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