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Now in its Fourth Edition, Basic Biomechanics of the Musculoskeletal System uses a direct and comprehensive approach to present students with a working knowledge of biomechanical principles of use in the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction. The text opens with a chapter that introduces the basic terminology and concepts of biomechanics; the remainder of the book then focuses on the biomechanics of tissues and structures, the biomechanics of joints, and applied biomechanics.

Contents:

Foreword

Preface

1. Introduction to Biomechanics

Appendix A: The International System of Measurement

Part 1: Biomechanics of Tissues & Structures of the Musculoskeletal System

2. Biomechanics of the Bone

3. Biomechanics of Articular Cartilage

4. Biomechanics of Tendons and Ligaments

5. Biomechanics of Peripheral Nerves

6. Biomechanics of Skeletal Muscle

Part 2: Biomechanics of Joints

7. Biomechanics of the Knee

8. Biomechanics of the Hip

9. Biomechanics of the Foot and Ankle

10. Biomechanics of the Lumbar Spine

11. Biomechanics of the Cervical Spine

12. Biomechanics of the Shoulder

13. Biomechanics of the Elbow

14. Biomechanics of the Wrist and the Hand

Part 3: Applied Biomechanics

15. Biomechanics of Fracture Fixation

16. Biomechanics of Arthroplasty

17. Biomechanics of Gait

Index

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ISBN-13: 9781451117097
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Publication date: January, 2012
Pages: 472
Weight: 3g
Availability: Not available (reason unspecified)
Subcategories: Physiotherapy, Sports Medicine

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