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This introductory text provides your students with the basics of anatomy, physiology, and the applications of kinesiology. With an easily accessible style, the authors apply kinesiology theory to sport and other real-life situations to promote understanding and retention. | |
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| Table of contents | |
1. Introduction to the Study of Kinesiology The Nature of Kinesiology Components of a Kinesiological Analysis Laboratory Experiences Part I: Anatomical and Physiological Fundamentals of Human Motion 2. The Musculoskeletal System: The Skeletal Framework and Its Movements The Bones Articulations Orientation of the Body Fundamental Movements of Major Body Segments Analyzing Joint Motions Laboratory Experiences 3. The Musculoskeletal System: The Musculature Skeletal Muscle Structure Skeletal Muscle Function Coordination of the Muscular System Methods of Studying the Actions of Muscles Muscular Analysis Laboratory Experiences 4. The Neuromuscular Basis of Human Motion The Nervous System and Basic Nerve Structures The Motor Unit Sensory Receptors Reflect Movement Volitional Movement Neuromuscular Analysis Laboratory Experiences 5. The Upper Extremity: The Shoulder Region The Shoulder Girdle Muscles of the Shoulder Girdle The Shoulder Joint Muscles of the Shoulder Joint Joint and Muscular Analysis of Fundamental Movements Common Injuries of the Shoulder Region Laboratory Experiences 6. The Upper Extremity: The Elbow, Forearm, Wrist, and Hand The Elbow Joint The Radioulnar Joints Muscles of the Elbow and Radioulnar Joints Muscular Analysis of Fundamental Movements of the Forearm The Wrist and Hand Muscular Analysis of the Fundamental Movements of the Wrist, Fingers, and Thumb Cooperative Actions the Wrist and Digits Common Injuries of the Forearm, Elbow, Wrist, and Fingers Laboratory Experiences 7. The Lower Extremity: The Hip Region The Pelvic Girdle Relationship of the Pelvis to the Trunk and Lower Extremities The Hip Joint Muscles of the Hip Joint Common Injuries of the Thigh, Hip Joint, and Pelvis Laboratory Experiences 8. The Lower Extremity: The Knee, Ankle, and Foot The Knee Joint Muscles of the Knee Joint Muscular Analysis of Fundamental Movements of the Leg at the Knee Joint The Ankle and Foot Muscles of the Ankle and Foot Muscular Analysis of Fundamental Movements of the Ankle and Foot Common Injuries of the Leg, Knee, and Ankle Laboratory Experiences 9. The Spinal Column and Thorax Structure and Articulation of the Spinal Column Movements of the Spine as a Whole Muscles Operating the Spinal Column Muscular Analysis of Fundamental Movements of the Head and Spine Structure and Articulations of the Thorax Movements of the Thorax Muscles of Respiration Muscular Analysis in Respiration Common Injuries of the Neck, Back, and Thorax Laboratory Experiences Part II: Fundamentals of Biomechanics 10. Terminology and Measurement in Biomechanics Introduction to Terminology Quantities in Biomechanics Vector Analysis Laboratory Experiences 11. The Description of Human Motion Motion Kinematic Description of Motion Laboratory Experiences 12. The Conditions of Linear Motion The Nature of Force Newton's Laws of Motion Forces That Modify Motion Free-Body Diagrams Work, Power, and Energy The Analysis of Linear Motion Laboratory Experiences 13. The Conditions of Rotary Motion Rotary Force The Lever Newton's Laws and Rotational Equivalents Centripetal and Centrifugal Forces The Analysis of Rotary Motion Laboratory Experiences 14. The Center of Gravity and Stability Center of Gravity Stability and Equilibrium Finding the Center of Gravity in the Human Body Laboratory Experiences Part III: Motor Skills: Principles and Applications 15. The Standing Posture Significance of Posture Support of the Standing Posture Factors Related to the Standing Posture Principles Applied to Posture Postural Adaptation to External Conditions and Special Problems Posture Screening Laboratory Experiences 16. Kinesiology of Fitness and Exercise Kinesiology and Exercise Programs Developing Flexibility Exercises for Muscle Strength and Endurance Modification of Common Exercises to Fit the PRE Concept Evaluating Exercises Laboratory Experiences 17. Moving Objects: Pushing and Pulling Pushing and Pulling Principles of Pushing and Pulling Motions Push-Pull Applications Analysis of the Push-Pull Pattern in Archery Laboratory Experiences 18. Moving Objects: Throwing, Striking, and Kicking Sequential Movements Principles Relating to Throwing, Striking, and Kicking Examples of Throwing, Striking, and Kicking Laboratory Experiences 19. Locomotion: Solid Surface Locomotion Walking Running Jumping, Hopping, and Leaping Additional Forms of Locomotion Laboratory Experiences 20. Locomotion: The Aquatic Environment Aquatic Locomotion: Swimming Aquatic Stunts Aquatic Locomotion: Rowing, Canoeing, and Kayaking Laboratory Experiences 21. Locomotion: When Suspended and Free of Support Suspension Activities Nonsupport Activities Laboratory Experiences 22. Impact Meaning of Impact and Its Reception Principles in Receiving Impact Laboratory Experiences 23. Instrumentation for Motion Analysis Instrumentation for Kinematic Analysis Instrumentation for Kinetic Analysis Electromyography Computer Models and Simulation Using Quantitative Analysis Summary Appendixes | |
