Clinical and Sport Biomechanics

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts in Clinical and Sport Biomechanics to aid in exam preparation.

Clinical Biomechanics

Branch of biomechanics that helps injured or disabled people perform daily activities.

Sport Biomechanics

Branch of biomechanics focused on improving sports performance through technique and equipment.

Static Biomechanics

Study of bodies at rest or moving at constant speed with no acceleration.

Dynamic Biomechanics

Study of bodies that are speeding up or slowing down.

Linear Motion

Movement where all body parts move in the same direction, at the same speed, and distance.

Angular Motion

Movement around an axis of rotation, involving rotation.

General Motion

Combination of linear and angular movements.

Mechanical Systems

Defined systems used for studying biomechanical movements.

Standard Reference Terminology

Common and precise words used for body positions and movement directions.

Joint Movement Terminology

Describes how bones and joints move in relation to each other.

Spatial Reference Systems

Systems used to measure and describe movement quantitatively.

Cartesian Coordinate System

Most common system using X and Y axes for measuring movement.

Qualitative Analysis of Human Movement

Analysis that requires techniques shown by performers and performance outcomes.

Ergonomics

Study of interactions between humans, objects, and environments to prevent workplace injuries.

Kinetic Link Principle

Describes how body segments transfer force and motion during movement.

Sequential Kinetic Link

Movement of body segments one after another, like in throwing.

Simultaneous Kinetic Link

Movement of body segments together at the same time, as in a squat jump.

Mechanical Loads

Forces acting on the body including gravity, muscles, and external forces.

Acute Loads

Sudden, single forces acting on the body.

Repetitive Loads

Small forces acting on the body repeatedly over time.

Osteoarthritis

Common condition studied in clinical biomechanics affecting joints.

Biomechanics

The study of the mechanical laws relating to the movement or structure of living organisms.

Injury Prevention

Strategies aimed at reducing the occurrence of injuries in various contexts.

Technique Improvement

Enhancements made to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of movements in sports.

Equipment Improvement

Modification or design of sports equipment to enhance performance.

Tissue Repair

Medical procedures or techniques used to restore injured tissues.

Rehab Techniques

Methods used to help individuals recover from injuries.

Wheelchair Design

Engineering and designing wheelchairs for optimal function and comfort.

Training Improvement

Optimizing training methods to enhance athletic performance.

Industrial Biomechanics

Application of biomechanics to understand the physical aspects of jobs in industrial settings.

Professional Journals

Publications that share research findings related to biomechanics.

Journal of Biomechanics

A professional journal that publishes research in the field of biomechanics.