DESCRIPTION:
Much of the contents of this book has been used over the years by the author in teaching kinesiology to students of physical therapy and occupational therapy. The writing of the book originated with a teaching grant from the Office of Vocational rehabilitation which enabled the author to prepare a mimeographed laboratory manual to serve as a study and for students of physical therapy and occupational therapy at College of physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University..
The book contains black-and-white illustrations.
CONTENTS:
1. Mechanical Principles: Kinematics
2. Mechanical Principles: Kinetics
3. Aspects of Muscle Physiology and Neurophysiology
4. Muscle Activity and Strength
5. Elbow and Forearm
6. Wrist and Hand
7. Shoulder Complex
8. Hip and Pelvic Region
9. Knee Region
10. Ankle and Foot
11. Head, Neck, and Trunk
12. Standing and Walking
