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Fundamentals of Biomechanics

This third edition introduces the exciting world of how human movement is created and how it can be enhanced. The book presents a comprehensive review of the major concepts of biomechanics and summarizes them in nine principles of biomechanics. Throughout the text are numerous examples of applying t...

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Main Author: Knudson, Duane. (Author, http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/aut)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Language:English
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2021.
Edition:3rd ed. 2021.
Subjects:
Human physiology.
Biophysics.
Biological physics.
Biomedical engineering.
Sports medicine.
Human Physiology.
Biological and Medical Physics, Biophysics.
Biomedical Engineering and Bioengineering.
Sports Medicine.
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-51838-7
Table of Contents:
  • Part I: Introduction
  • Introduction to Biomechanics of Human Movement
  • Fundamentals of Biomechanics and Qualitative Analysis
  • Part II: Biological/Structural Bases
  • Anatomical Description and Its Limitations
  • Mechanics of the Musculoskeletal System
  • Part III: Mechanical Bases
  • Linear and Angular Kinematics
  • Linear Kinetics
  • Angular Kinetics
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Part IV: Applications of Biomechanics in Qualitative Analysis
  • Applying Biomechanics in Physical Education
  • Applying Biomechanics in Coaching
  • Applying Biomechanics in Strength and Conditioning
  • Applying Biomechanics in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • Appendices
  • Index.

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