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Basic Biomechanics of the Musculoskeletal System
Fourth Edition, International Edition
Margareta Nordin
January 2012 / Softbound / 8.375 x 10.875
472 pp. / Approx. 450 Illus. / Approx. 25 Tables
978-1-4511-1709-7
DESCRIPTION
Now in its Fourth Edition, 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.
FEATURES
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Expanded coverage of gait analysis and abnormal
gait based on reviewer feedback
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Additional clinical case studies to further the link
between knowledge and practice
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Comprehensive coverage of basic biomechanics
for all human joints
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Biomechanical knowledge integrated into clinical
training for patient care
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Contributions from a variety of disciplines
including orthopaedic surgery, physical therapy,
occupational therapy, hand surgery, physical
medicine and rehabilitation, sports medicine,
biomechanical engineering, and anesthesiology
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Calculation boxes with biomechanical
computations to promote comprehensive of
biomechanical principles
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Practical examples and clinical case studies
that actively apply biomechanical knowledge to
practice
1. Introduction to Biomechanics
Part 1: Biomechanics of Tissues & Structures of
the Musculoskeletal System
2. Biomechanics of the Bone
3. Biomechanics of Articular Cartilage
4. Biomechanics of Tendons and Ligaments
5. Biomechanics of Peripheral Nerves
6. Biomechanics of Skeletal Muscle
Part 2: Biomechanics of Joints
7. Biomechanics of the Knee
8. Biomechanics of the Hip
9. Biomechanics of the Foot and Ankle
10. Biomechanics of the Lumbar Spine
11. Biomechanics of the Cervical Spine
12. Biomechanics of the Shoulder
13. Biomechanics of the Elbow
14. Biomechanics of the Wrist and the Hand
Part 3: Applied Biomechanics
15. Biomechanics of Fracture Fixation
16. Biomechanics of Arthroplasty
17. Biomechanics of Gait
Appendix A: The International System of
Measurement
TABLE OF CONTENTS