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. This text opens with a chapter that introduces the basic terminology and concepts of biomechanics. It focuses on the biomechanics of tissues and structures.

ForewordPreface 1. Introduction to Biomechanics Appendix A: The International System of MeasurementPart 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 Ankle10. Biomechanics of the Lumbar Spine11. Biomechanics of the Cervical Spine12. Biomechanics of the Shoulder13. Biomechanics of the Elbow14. Biomechanics of the Wrist and the Hand "Part 3: Applied Biomechanics"15. Biomechanics of Fracture Fixation16. Biomechanics of Arthroplasty17. Biomechanics of Gait "Index