Comparative kinesiology of the human body : normal and pathological conditions / edited by Salih Angin, Ibrahim Simsek.

Other author Angin, Salih, editor.
Other author Şimşek, İbrahim, editor.
Format Electronic
PublicationAmsterdam : Academic Press, 2020.
Copyright Date©2020
Description1 online resource (xxi, 553 pages) : illustrations
Supplemental Content Direct link to eBook
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Contents Front Cover -- Comparative Kinesiology of the Human Body -- Copyright Page -- Dedication -- Contents -- List of contributors -- Foreword -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- 1 History and basics of kinesiology -- 1 Past, present and future of kinesiology -- Historical perspective of the kinesiology studies -- Development of kinesiology in modern age -- Kinesiology in 21st century and beyond -- References -- 2 Principles of kinesiology -- Basic information -- Introduction to kinesiology -- Cardinal plane and axes of motion -- Motion -- Mathematical fundamentals -- Units of measure
Contents Scalars and vectors -- Scalar quantities -- Vector quantities -- Vector analysis -- Trigonometric functions -- Kinematics -- Kinetics -- Forces -- Resultant force -- Types of forces -- Gravity -- Muscles -- Friction -- Externally applied resistances -- Torque -- Center of gravity -- Free body diagram -- Newton's laws -- First law (inertia) -- Second law (acceleration and momentum) -- Third law (action-reaction) -- Levers -- First class lever -- Second class lever -- Third class lever -- Equilibrium -- References -- 3 Fundamentals of human movement, its control and energetics
Contents How does a purposeful movement start? -- Neural control mechanisms of reflex and purposeful movements -- Central nervous system -- Motor cortex -- Basal ganglia -- Cerebellum -- Peripheral nervous system -- Neurons -- Synapses -- Somatosensory systems -- Cutaneous receptors (mechanoreceptors) -- Proprioceptive receptors -- Muscle spindles -- Golgi tendon organs and joint receptors -- Motor systems -- Type of movements -- Reflex pathways -- Automatic behaviors -- Energetics in human movement -- Metabolic and mechanical energy sources of terrestrial movement
Contents Energetics and mechanics of terrestrial locomotion -- Comparison of bipedal and quadrupedal locomotion -- Mechanical and metabolic energy cost of walking and running -- Measurement methods of energy consumption -- Doubly labeled water (DLW) method -- Direct calorimetry -- Indirect calorimetry -- Conclusion -- References -- 4 Architecture of human joints and their movement -- Classification of joints -- Joint complexity -- Functional classification of joints -- Structural classification of joints -- Fibrous joint -- Cartilaginous joint -- Synovial joint -- Hinge joint -- Pivot joint
Contents Condyloid joint -- Saddle joint -- Ball and socket joint -- Plane joint -- Planes of movement and axis of rotation in synovial joints -- Degree of freedom -- Synovial joint sub-classification -- Osteokinematics and arthrokinematics -- Convex and concave rules -- Open and closed kinematic chains -- Joint congruency -- Congruous-incongruous relationships of joints -- Patho-architecture of joints -- Diseases of joints -- References -- 2 Tissues -- 5 Morphogenesis and biomechanics of the human embryo and fetus -- Embryologic development -- Development of muscloskeletal system
Abstract "Comparative Kinesiology of the Human Body: Normal and Pathological Conditions covers changes in musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiopulmonary systems that, when combined, are the three pillars of human movement. It examines the causes, processes, consequences and contexts of physical activity from different perspectives and life stages, from early childhood to the elderly. The book explains how purposeful movement of the human body is affected by pathological conditions related to any of these major systems. Coverage also includes external and internal factors that affect human growth patterns and development through the lifespan (embryo, child, adult and geriatrics). This book is the perfect reference for researchers in kinesiology, but it is also ideal for clinicians and students involved in rehabilitation practices. Includes in-depth coverage of the mechanical behavior of the embryo as one of the major determinants of human movement throughout the lifecycle. Provides a comparison of human movement between normal and pathological conditions. Addresses each body region in functional and dysfunctional kinesiological terms." -From publisher
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographic references and index.
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Issued in other formPrint version: Comparative kinesiology of the human body. Amsterdam : Academic Press, 2020 9780128121627
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ISBN9780128122402 (electronic bk.)
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