Kinesiology - E-Book: Movement in the Context of Activity

by David Paul Greene PhD, MS, OTR, Susan L. Roberts MDiv, OTR

Overview

• NEW! Utilizing the Sensory Environment: Integrating Physics into Sensory Interventions chapter explores how the forces used in the application of hands, tools, or equipment activate the sensory receptor cells, leading to more reliable assessments and outcomes.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323298896
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date:	12/28/2015
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	320
File size:	12 MB
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About the Author

Greene, David Paul, PhD, MS, OTR (Colorado State Univ); Roberts, Susan L., MDiv, OTR (Tucson Unified School District)

Table of Contents

Section 1
1. Biomechanics, Kinesiology, and Occupational Therapy: A Good Fit
2. The Study of Human Movement: Concepts from Related Fields
3. Gravity: A Constant Force
4. Linear Force and Motion
5. Rotary Force, Torque, and Motion
6. Utilizing the Sensory Environment: Integrating Physics into Sensory Interventions
Section 2
7. The Head and Torso
8. The Proximal Upper Extremity
9. The Distal Upper Extremity
10. The Lower Extremity
Appendixes
A: English to Metric Conversions
B: Body Segment Parameters
C: Solutions to Chapter Applications
D: Review of Mathematics
E: Trigonometric Functions
F: Commonly Used Formulas in Biomechanics
G: Synopsis of Characters
J: Working Models of the Fingers and Wrist
Glossary
Lab Manual for Kinesiology: Movement in the Context of Activity

Editorial Reviews

4 Stars! from Doody

This text provides an introduction to functional human anatomy for the occupational therapist. Emphasis is placed on practical application and individual case studies. The authors seek to provide students of occupational therapy a background in kinesiology and biomechanics with specific emphasis on real world applications. Although the immediate focus is on the biomechanics of specific problems, individuals encountering the problems are presented in an holistic light. This attempt to merge the science of human activity with a common sense approach to solving movement problems should help students understand the relevance of kinesiology and biomechanics in their profession. The text is written for occupational therapy students. The authors are certified occupational therapists and experienced teachers and practitioners. This book introduces the science of biomechanics and its applications to the various musculoskeletal regions. It is written at a very basic level and does not require a strong physics background. The "big picture" approach taken by the authors is unique and helpful. Numerous case studies are presented to provide students with actual problems they will encounter in the work place. An emphasis on common sense and pictorial solutions to problems along with a de-emphasis on trigonometry is a positive feature for entry-level students. Extensive appendixes provide a good reference for students, professors, and practitioners. The primary shortcoming of the book is the lack of detail regarding the structures of the musculoskeletal system (origins, insertions, innervations, and palpations). This book is recommended for an introductory course focusing on integrating thesciences of kinesiology and biomechanics with occupational therapy. For the advanced student, other texts such as Gench's Anatomical Kinesiology, 2nd Edition (Eddie Bowers Publishing Company, 1999) and Jenkins' Hollinshead's Functional Anatomy of the Limbs & Back (W. B. Saunders, 1998) provide greater detail and would also serve as a better reference for the practitioner.

Darla R. Smith

Reviewer: Darla R Smith, PhD (University of Texas El Paso College of Health Sciences)
Description: This text provides an introduction to functional human anatomy for the occupational therapist. Emphasis is placed on practical application and individual case studies.
Purpose: The authors seek to provide students of occupational therapy a background in kinesiology and biomechanics with specific emphasis on real world applications. Although the immediate focus is on the biomechanics of specific problems, individuals encountering the problems are presented in an holistic light. This attempt to merge the science of human activity with a common sense approach to solving movement problems should help students understand the relevance of kinesiology and biomechanics in their profession.
Audience: The text is written for occupational therapy students. The authors are certified occupational therapists and experienced teachers and practitioners.
Features: This book introduces the science of biomechanics and its applications to the various musculoskeletal regions. It is written at a very basic level and does not require a strong physics background. The "big picture" approach taken by the authors is unique and helpful. Numerous case studies are presented to provide students with actual problems they will encounter in the work place. An emphasis on common sense and pictorial solutions to problems along with a de-emphasis on trigonometry is a positive feature for entry-level students. Extensive appendixes provide a good reference for students, professors, and practitioners. The primary shortcoming of the book is the lack of detail regarding the structures of the musculoskeletal system (origins, insertions, innervations, and palpations).
Assessment: This book is recommended for an introductory course focusing on integrating the sciences of kinesiology and biomechanics with occupational therapy. For the advanced student, other texts such as Gench's Anatomical Kinesiology, 2nd Edition (Eddie Bowers Publishing Company, 1999) and Jenkins' Hollinshead's Functional Anatomy of the Limbs & Back (W. B. Saunders, 1998) provide greater detail and would also serve as a better reference for the practitioner.

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