Basic Biomechanics of the Musculoskeletal System

by Margareta Nordin, Victor H. Frankel

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Publishers
ISBN: 1609133358

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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.

This textbook introduces biomechanical principles for use in the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction. Three sections address the biomechanics of musculoskeletal tissues and structures, the biomechanics of joints, and applied biomechanics. The book features contributions from a variety of disciplines, including orthopedic surgery, physical therapy, occupational therapy, hand surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, sports medicine, biomechanical engineering, and anesthesiology. Numerous b&w illustrations are included.

Book Info

New York Univ., New York City. Textbook features explanations of biological and mechanical concepts basic biomechanics for joints, biomechanical data integrated with clinical aspects, boxes with biomechanical computations, practical examples, and clinical case studies. Previous edition: c1989. Softcover. DNLM: Biomechanics.

Customer Reviews

This book covers most aspects relating to ortopaedic biomechanics. It is a most useful reference to all orthopaedic surgeon and biomechanical researchers. I have no doubt that this book should be in the library of every professions allied to orthopaedic surgery and biomechanics.

The authors, with clarity, deepness and perception, apply the concepts of mechanics in a way not restrict, neither innocent. This book, since its first edition, is a marc in the biomechanics understanding, and should be read by everyone who deals with human movement.