Biomechanics of the Upper Limbs : Mechanics, Modeling and Musculoskeletal Injuries, Second Edition

Introduction to BiomechanicsWhat Is Biomechanics?Basic ConceptsCoordinate SystemsForce Vector AlgebraStatic EquilibriumAnthropometry and Center of Mass DeterminationFrictionDynamicsStructure of the Musculoskeletal SystemGross Overview of MovementsSkeletal SystemMechanical Properties of BoneSoft Connective TissueJointsNeuromuscular Physiology and Motor ControlIntroduction to MusculatureStructure of MuscleBasic Cell PhysiologyNervous SystemExcitation-Contraction SequenceMotor UnitsBasic Muscle Properties (Mechanics)Energy, Metabolism, and Heat ProductionReceptorsReflexes and Motor ControlModelin. Read more... Abstract: Introduction to BiomechanicsWhat Is Biomechanics?Basic ConceptsCoordinate SystemsForce Vector AlgebraStatic EquilibriumAnthropometry and Center of Mass DeterminationFrictionDynamicsStructure of the Musculoskeletal SystemGross Overview of MovementsSkeletal SystemMechanical Properties of BoneSoft Connective TissueJointsNeuromuscular Physiology and Motor ControlIntroduction to MusculatureStructure of MuscleBasic Cell PhysiologyNervous SystemExcitation-Contraction SequenceMotor UnitsBasic Muscle Properties (Mechanics)Energy, Metabolism, and Heat ProductionReceptorsReflexes and Motor ControlModelin Content: Front Cover Contents List of Figures List of Tables Preface Acknowledgments Author Chapter 1: Introduction to Biomechanics Chapter 2: Structure of the Musculoskeletal System Chapter 3: Neuromuscular Physiology and Motor Control Chapter 4: Modeling of Muscle Mechanics Chapter 5: Models of the Upper Limbs Chapter 6: Musculoskeletal Disorders and Risk Factors Chapter 7: Instrumentation Chapter 8: Job and Worksite Analysis Chapter 9: Hand Tools Chapter 10: The Office Environment Glossary Back Cover There is already a wealth of literature covering cumulative trauma disorders and medical management, as well as the biomechanics of manual material handling and lower back problems. However, despite a spike in the number of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) in the upper limbs-due to a sharp increase in the amount of computer-related j