Biomechanics

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Study of the application of mechanical principles to biological systems, including the movement and forces involved in human motion.

Anatomy: The study of the structure of living things, including internal organs, bones, and muscles.
Physiology: The study of the functions and processes of living organisms, including metabolism, respiration, and circulation.
Musculoskeletal system: The structure and function of the bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments that give our body shape and movement.
Kinesiology: The study of human movement, including joint motion, muscle function, and the forces produced by movement.
Biomechanics: The study of the mechanics of biological systems, including the forces and motions involved in human movement.
Kinematics: The analysis of time, space, and motion without considering the forces that cause motion.
Kinetics: The study of the forces that cause motion.
Neuromuscular control: The coordination of muscles and nerves to produce efficient and effective movement patterns.
Posture and balance: The control of the body's position in space and the ability to maintain balance during movement and standing.
Gait analysis: The study of human walking and running, including the different phases and forces involved in each.
Exercise physiology: The study of the metabolic responses to exercise, including energy production, oxygen consumption, and cardiovascular function.
Sports medicine: The medical management of injuries and illnesses related to sports and exercise.
Rehabilitation: The process of restoring function after injury or illness, including physical therapy and other interventions.
Biophysics: Applying physical principles to biological systems, including the mechanical and electrical properties of tissues and their interaction with external stimuli.
Ergonomics: The design of objects, environments, and systems to optimize human performance and minimize physical stress and discomfort.
Clinical Biomechanics: Clinical biomechanics involves the application of knowledge in mechanics, anatomy, and physiology to identify, assess, and treat individuals with movement difficulties using evidence-based procedures.
Sports Biomechanics: Sports biomechanics concerns the study of movements, forces, and energy, as well as how they affect athletic performance. Researchers use motion analysis technology to study and enhance an athlete's movement and form.
Occupational Biomechanics: Occupational biomechanics study the relationship between job demands and their physical impact on the worker, as well as how the position or job characteristics contribute to injury or illness.
Computational Biomechanics: Computational biomechanics involves the development and application of computational models to simulate, analyze, and optimize the impact of loads on organs, tissues, and the human body.
Rehabilitation Biomechanics: Rehabilitation biomechanics refers to the study and application of mechanical principles in the evaluation, management, and treatment of diseases, disorders or injuries to the musculoskeletal system.
Ergonomics Biomechanics: Ergonomic biomechanics concerns the application of biomechanics principles to everyday work and life tasks to improve the design and efficiency of equipment and workspaces.
Movement Analysis Biomechanics: Movement analysis biomechanics refers to the study of the physical, environmental, and psychological factors influencing human movement behavior.
Clinical Gait Analysis Biomechanics: Clinical gait analysis biomechanics focuses on the measurement and assessment of walking and running patterns to diagnose, monitor, and treat gait-related disorders.
Mechanical Biomechanics: Mechanical biomechanics involves the theoretical and applied study of the mechanical properties of living and non-living substances, including tissues, bones, and materials used in orthopedic devices.
"Biomechanics is the study of the structure, function and motion of the mechanical aspects of biological systems."
"...at any level from whole organisms to organs, cells and cell organelles."
"...using the methods of mechanics."
"Biomechanics is a branch of biophysics."
"Computational mechanics goes far beyond pure mechanics..."
"...and involves other physical actions: chemistry, heat and mass transfer, electric and magnetic stimuli..."
"The study of the structure, function and motion of the mechanical aspects of biological systems."
"...from whole organisms to organs, cells and cell organelles."
"...to study the structure, function and motion of biological systems."
"Biomechanics is a branch of biophysics."
"...chemistry, heat and mass transfer, electric and magnetic stimuli and many others."
"Biomechanics encompasses the mechanical aspects of biological systems."
"Computational mechanics extends its scope to include other physical actions such as chemistry, heat and mass transfer."
"Biomechanics can analyze biological systems at any level, from whole organisms to organs, cells, and cell organelles."
"Biomechanics is the study of the structure, function and motion of the mechanical aspects of biological systems."
"Computational mechanics goes far beyond pure mechanics..."
"Computational mechanics involves other physical actions such as chemistry, heat and mass transfer, electric and magnetic stimuli."
"Biomechanics is a branch of biophysics."
"...electric and magnetic stimuli and many others."
"...using the methods of mechanics."