Biomechanics: A Subdiscipline of Kinesiology

A set of flashcards focusing on key vocabulary terms and definitions related to the lecture on biomechanics and its applications.

Biomechanics

The study of the human body at rest and in motion using principles from physics, mechanics, and engineering.

Kinesiology

The scientific study of human movement.

ACL Reconstruction

Surgical procedure to repair the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee.

Ergonomics

The study of people's efficiency in their working environment.

Biomechanical modeling

The use of computational techniques to simulate the biomechanical behavior of body tissues.

Metabolic cost

The energy expenditure required for movement or physical activity, often measured in terms of heart rate (HR) or oxygen consumption (VO2).

Parameter estimation

The process of determining the values of parameters in a model that best fit the experimental data.

Non-linear Finite Element modeling

A computational technique used to analyze complex structures and materials that exhibit non-linear behavior under stress.

Biomechanics of Breast Tissue

The study of the mechanical properties and behaviors of breast tissues in various medical applications.

Movement quantification

The process of describing or measuring various aspects of human movement, such as strength, speed, and endurance.

Wearable devices

Technology worn on the body that monitors and records various metrics related to health and physical activity.

Parent disciplines

The broader fields of study that encompass subdisciplines, such as biomechanics being related to physical sciences and biological sciences.

Tissue Mechanics

The study of the mechanical properties and behavior of biological tissues.