FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOMECHANICS

• Introduction to Biomechanics and its Importance: This section will provide an overview of biomechanics, explaining its role in understanding human movement and its importance in healthcare and sports. Students will explore how biomechanics is applied in assessing and improving body function, injury prevention, and rehabilitation.

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• Basic Principles of Biomechanics: This section will cover the fundamental principles of biomechanics, including the concepts of motion, forces, and moments. Students will gain an understanding of key biomechanical terms and their relevance to human movement.

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• Introduction to Kinematics: This section will focus on kinematics, the study of motion without considering the forces that cause it. Students will learn to describe human motion through parameters such as displacement, velocity, and acceleration, applying these principles to real-world examples.

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• Introduction to Kinetics: This section will introduce kinetics, the study of forces and their effects on motion. Students will explore how forces act on the human body, including internal forces like muscle contractions and external forces such as gravity.

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• Force Systems: This section will delve into different types of force systems, including linear and rotational forces. Students will learn how to analyze the effects of these forces on different body segments and joints.

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• Materials of the Human Body: This section will explore the materials that make up the human body, including bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Students will examine the mechanical properties of these tissues, such as strength, elasticity, and stiffness.

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• Mechanical Behaviour of Human Tissues: This section will cover the response of human tissues to mechanical forces, discussing concepts like stress, strain, and deformation. Students will understand how tissues adapt to different types of loads and the implications for injury and rehabilitation.

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• Case Studies and Real-World Applications: This section will provide case studies and practical examples of how biomechanics is applied in clinical settings, sports performance, and rehabilitation. Students will learn how to use biomechanical principles to assess and improve movement, enhance performance, and prevent injuries.