Basic Biomechanics Explained
Published on 24. June 1996
Book
Paperback/Softback
288 pages
978-0-7506-2103-8 (ISBN)
Description
A sound knowledge of some of the biomechanical material and concepts forms a necessary foundation for the study of physiotheapy. This book aims to explain biomechanics at an introductory level, and requires only a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology. It includes numerous examples and clinical applications both for information and to provide illustrations of underlying mechanical principles. The book emphasizes the fundamentals of biophysics using a largely non-mathematical approachl. It should be useful to all those needing to acquire an understanding of the basic principles of biomechanics.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
175 illus
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Weight
440 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7506-2103-8 (9780750621038)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
Biomechanics: force and energy; The structure of matter and materials; Gravity, stability and balance: anthropometric considerations; Skeletal muscle contraction; Parallel force systems: application of muscle forces to body segments; Friction, viscosity and joint movement; Properties of water related to hydrotherapy; Pressure: some therapeutic applications; Human movement: description and analysis; Energy, efficiency and endurance in human movement; Ergonomics; Some biomechanical applications; Appendicies