Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal System

Section I: Essential Topics of Kinesiology. Fundamental Principles of Kinesiology. The Structure and Basic Function of Joints. Muscles: The Ultimate Force Generator. Basic Biomechanical Principles of Kinesiology. Appendix 1: Glossary of Key Terms. Section II: The Kinesiology of the Upper Extremity. The Shoulder Complex. The Elbow. The Wrist. The Hand. Appendix 2: Attachments and Innervation of the Musclers of the Upper Extremity. Section III: The Kinesiology of the Axial Skeleton. The Axial Skeleton - Part 1: Osteology and Arthrology. The Axial Skeleton - Part 2: Muscle and Joint Interaction. The Axial Skeleton - Part 3: The Temporomandibular Joint and the Mechanics of Breathing. Appendix 3: Attachments and Innervation of the Muscles of the Axial Skeleton. Section IV: The Kinesiology of the Lower Extremity. The Hip. The Knee. The Ankle and Foot. The Kinesiology of the Human Gait. Appendix 4: Attachments and Innervation of the Muscles of the Lower Extremity. Index.