Basic Biomechanics, 7th Edition

The seventh edition of Basic Biomechanics has been significantly updated from the previous edition. The approach taken remains an integrated balance of qualitative and quantitative examples, applications, and problems designed to illustrate the principles discussed. This edition also retains the important sensitivity to the fact that some beginning students of biomechanics possess weak backgrounds in mathematics. For this reason, it includes numerous sample problems and applications, along with practical advice on approaching quantitative problems.

With balanced, integrated coverage of applied anatomy, mechanical principles, and relevant sport and daily living applications, this text introduces you to the basics of biomechanics. The quantitative aspects of biomechanics are presented in a manageable, progressive fashion, with practical advice on approaching both qualitative and quantitative problems in biomechanics.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 What Is Biomechanics?
Chapter 2 Kinematic Concepts For Analyzing Human Motion
Chapter 3 Kinetic Concepts For Analyzing Human Motion
Chapter 4 The Biomechanics Of Human Bone Growth And Development
Chapter 5 The Biomechanics Of Human Skeletal Articulations
Chapter 6 The Biomechanics Of Human Skeletal Muscle
Chapter 7 The Biomechanics Of The Human Upper Extremity
Chapter 8 The Biomechanics Of The Human Lower Extremity
Chapter 9 The Biomechanics Of The Human Spine
Chapter 10 Linear Kinematics Of Human Movement
Chapter 11 Angular Kinematics Of Human Movement
Chapter 12 Linear Kinetics Of Human Movement
Chapter 13 Equilibrium And Human Movement
Chapter 14 Angular Kinetics Of Human Movement
Chapter 15 Human Movement In A Fluid Medium