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The University of Sheffield - The Musculoskeletal System: The Science of Staying Active into Old Age 

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The Musculoskeletal System: The Science of Staying Active into Old Age
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Overview

Duration

3 weeks

Total fee

2,205

Mode of learning

Online

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Credential

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The Musculoskeletal System: The Science of Staying Active into Old Age
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Highlights

  • Duration 3 weeks
  • Weekly study 3 hours
  • 100% online Learn at your own pace
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The Musculoskeletal System: The Science of Staying Active into Old Age
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FutureLearn 
Course details

More about this course
  • This free online course has been developed by
  • , a collaboration between the Universities of Liverpool, Sheffield and Newcastle. On this course, you'll learn why our bones, joints and muscles function less well as we age, and discover how best to live well as we get older.

The Musculoskeletal System: The Science of Staying Active into Old Age
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FutureLearn 
Curriculum

What is musculoskeletal health and how does it change with age?

Welcome to course

What is the musculoskeletal system?

How and why does the musculoskeletal system age?

Mobility and ageing

Ageing and disease

Reflection and a look at next week

How can physical activity benefit musculoskeletal health?

Why do we need to think about moving into old age?

The importance of everyday movement

Is your chair killing you?

What is best practice?

Reflection and a look at next week

How can diet benefit musculoskeletal health?

Nutrients for musculoskeletal health

What should we eat for healthy muscle and bones?

Reading food labels

Monitoring nutritional health and setting healthy eating guidelines

Ageing and other factors affecting nutritional needs and dietary habits

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