Introduction to Biomechanics
Product Details
Author(s): Douglas Winston Powell
ISBN: 9781644962138
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2020
Available Formats
Format: GRLContent (online access)
$94.50
Overview of
Introduction to Biomechanics

The first edition of Introduction to Biomechanics presents foundational knowledge in the interdisciplinary field of biomechanics. This textbook presents this foundational knowledge as it relates to various applications of biomechanics including the fields of sport science and rehabilitation science (physical therapy, occupational therapy and clinical biomechanics). An interactive approach is taken to support student learning and knowledge retention by using examples that are native to students and allow students to experience textbook content.
Table of Contents
Unit 1
Chapter 1: Introduction
Unit 2
Chapter 2: Functional Anatomy of the Hip and Pelvis
Chapter 3: Functional Anatomy of the Knee
Chapter 4: Functional Anatomy of the Foot and Ankle
Chapter 5: Functional Anatomy Of The Shoulder
Chapter 6: Functional Anatomy of the Elbow
Chapter 7: Functional Anatomy of the Wrist and Hand
Chapter 8: Functional Anatomy of the Trunk and Spine
Unit 3
Chapter 9: Linear Kinematics
Chapter 10: Linear Kinetics
Chapter 11 : Angular Kinematics