Kinesiology : the mechanics and pathomechanics of human movement / Carol A. Oatis.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Oatis, Carol A.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Kinesiology.

Human mechanics.

Movement disorders.

Movement--physiology.

Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena.

Movement Disorders--therapy.

Biomechanical Phenomena.

Physical Therapy Modalities.

Kinesiology, Applied.

Medical Subjects:

Movement--physiology.

Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena.

Movement Disorders--therapy.

Biomechanical Phenomena.

Physical Therapy Modalities.

Kinesiology, Applied.

Physical Description:

xx, 899 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Philadelphia : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, [2004]

Summary:

Featuring complete applied anatomy content and seven chapters devoted to biomechanics, this comprehensive text combines entry-level biomechanical principles with the structure, function, and kinesiology of each body region. The text also integrates clinically relevant information throughout, allowing readers to relate content to clinical practice. Perfect for kinesiology, biomechanics, and combined courses.

Contents:

Part I Biomechanical Principles 1

2 Mechanical Properties of Materials 21

3 Biomechanics of Bone 36

4 Biomechanics of Skeletal Muscle 44

5 Biomechanics of Cartilage 66

6 Biomechanics of Tendons and Ligaments 80

7 Biomechanics of Joints 96

Part II Kinesiology of the Upper Extremity 109

Unit 1 Shoulder Unit: The Shoulder Complex 111

8 Structure and Function of the Bones and Joints of the Shoulder Girdle 112

9 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Muscle Activity at the Shoulder Complex 141

10 Analysis of the Forces on the Shoulder Complex during Activity 177

Unit 2 Elbow Unit 186

11 Structure and Function of the Bones and Noncontractile Elements of the Elbow 187

12 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Muscle Activity at the Elbow 207

13 Analysis of the Forces at the Elbow during Activity 230

Unit 3 Wrist and Hand Unit 240

14 Structure and Function of the Bones and Joints of the Wrist and Hand 242

15 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of the Muscles of the Forearm 278

16 Analysis of the Forces at the Wrist during Activity 314

17 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of the Special Connective Tissues in the Hand 321

18 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of the Intrinsic Muscles of the Hand 332

19 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Pinch and Grasp 351

Part III Kinesiology of the Head and Spine 369

Unit 4 Musculoskeletal Functions Within the Head 370

20 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of the Muscles of the Face and Eyes 372

21 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Vocalization 393

22 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Swallowing 404

23 Structure and Function of the Articular Structures of the TMJ 418

24 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of the Muscles of the TMJ 431

25 Analysis of the Forces on the TMJ during Activity 444

Unit 5 Spine Unit 450

26 Structure and Function of the Bones and Joints of the Cervical Spine 451

27 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of the Cervical Musculature 470

28 Analysis of the Forces on the Cervical Spine during Activity 488

29 Structure and Function of the Bones and Joints of the Thoracic Spine 496

30 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of the Muscles of the Thoracic Spine 515

31 Loads Sustained by the Thoracic Spine 532

32 Structure and Function of the Bones and Joints of the Lumbar Spine 539

33 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Muscle Acting on the Lumbar Spine 563

34 Analysis of the Forces on the Lumbar Spine during Activity 576

35 Structure and Function of the Bones and Joints of the Pelvis 594

36 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Muscle Activity in the Pelvis 628

37 Analysis of the Forces on the Pelvis during Activity 651

Part IV Kinesiology of the Lower Extremity 661

Unit 6 Hip Unit 662

38 Structure and Function of the Bones and Noncontractile Elements of the Hip 663

39 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Muscle Activity at the Hip 679

40 Analysis of the Forces on the Hip during Activity 699

Unit 7 Knee Unit 709

41 Structure and Function of the Bones and Noncontractile Elements of the Knee 710

42 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Muscle Activity at the Knee 738

43 Analysis of the Forces on the Knee during Activity 761

Unit 8 Ankle and Foot Unit 774

44 Structure and Function of the Bones and Noncontractile Elements of the Ankle and Foot Complex 775

45 Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Muscle Activity at the Ankle and Foot 803

46 Analysis of the Forces on the Ankle and Foot during Activity 827

Part V Posture and Gait 835

47 Characteristics of Normal Posture and Common Postural Abnormalities 837

48 Characteristics of Normal Gait and Factors Influencing It 853.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

0781719828

OCLC:

51478054