Fundamentals of Biomechanics

Fundamentals of Biomechanics by Duane Knudson.

Fundamentals of Biomechanics introduces the exciting world of how human movement is created and how it can be improved. Teachers, coaches and physical therapists all use biomechanics to help people improve movement and decrease the risk of injury. The book presents a comprehensive review of the majo...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Knudson, Duane (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Springer US : Imprint: Springer, 2003.
Edition:1st ed. 2003.
Series:Springer eBook Collection.
Subjects:
Human physiology.
Medicine.
Orthopedics.
Electronic resources (E-books)
Online Access:Click to view e-book
Holy Cross Note:Loaded electronically.
Electronic access restricted to members of the Holy Cross Community.
Table of Contents:
  • I Introduction
  • 1 Introduction to Biomechanics of Human Movement
  • 2 Fundamentals of Biomechanics and Qualitative Analysis
  • II Biological/Structural Bases
  • 3 Anatomical Description and Its Limitations
  • 4 Mechanics of the Musculoskeletal System
  • III Mechanical Bases
  • 5 Linear and Angular Kinematics
  • 6 Linear Kinetics
  • 7 Angular Kinetics
  • 8 Fluid Mechanics
  • IV Applications of Biomechanics in Qualitative Analysis
  • 9 Applying Biomechanics in Physical Education
  • 10 Applying Biomechanics In Coaching
  • 11 Applying Biomechanics in Strength and Conditioning
  • 12 Applying Biomechanics in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • References
  • Appendix A Glossary
  • Appendix B Conversion Factors
  • Appendix C Suggested Answers to Selected Review Questions
  • Appendix D Right-Angle Trigonometry Review
  • Appendix E Qualitative Analysis of Biomechanical Principles.

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