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Book Detail
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Fundamentals of Biomechanics
Knudson, Duane
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Previous ISBN (13): 9780306474743 Category: Sports Medicine Affiliation: California State University; Chico, CA Dimensions: 10.0 x 0.9 x 7.01 in
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Synopsis:
Nine principles of biomechanics that are developed throughout the text. These principles provide an applied structure for biomechanical concepts, and the application of each principle is fully explored in several chapters. The text continues the traditional approach of providing many human movement examples as biomechanical concepts are presented. Practical application boxes that highlight in-depth discussions of applications of biomechanics. Activity boxes that allow students to see or feel the effect of biomechanical concepts on human movement. Interdisciplinary issues boxes that show how biomechanics is integrated with other sport sciences in solving human movement problems. These features provide real-world examples and emphasize how biomechanics is integrated with the other subdisciplines of kinesiology to contribute to qualitative analysis of human movement. Key terms are bolded and defined in the text. CD-ROM with Review Questions + Answers per chapter and Lab Activities per Chapter Fundamentals of Biomechanics 2nd 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 these principles to the work of kinesiology professionals. Specific case studies are presented in four application chapters: physical education, coaching, strength and conditioning, and sports medicine. This text presents a clear, conceptual understanding of biomechanics and is designed to help students link their personal experience to biomechanical concepts. Biomechanics instructors, researchers, and other professionals helping people to improve movement and decrease the risk of injury, as well as advanced students learning biomechanical principles in biomedical engineering, ergonomics, kinesiology, physics, and sports phy
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