Full Description
Manual of Structural Kinesiology, 21st edition, provides a straightforward view of human anatomy and its relation to movement. While the manual is designed for use in undergraduate structural kinesiology courses, other clinicians and educators will also benefit from the text. The manual clearly identifies specific muscles and muscle groups and describes exercises for strengthening and developing those muscles. This text is now in its 73rd year, and the author's goal continues to be to provide important information in an accessible format through a combination of logical presentation, illustrations, and concise writing style.
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Contents
Preface
Chapter 1 Foundations of Structural Kinesiology
Chapter 2 Neuromuscular Fundamentals
Chapter 3 Basic Biomechanical Factors and Concepts
Chapter 4 The Shoulder Girdle
Chapter 5 The Shoulder Joint
Chapter 6 The Elbow and Radioulnar Joints
Chapter 7 The Wrist and Hand Joints
Chapter 8 The Hip Joint and Pelvic Girdle
Chapter 9 The Knee Joint
Chapter 10 The Ankle and Foot Joints
Chapter 11 The Trunk and Spinal Column
Chapter 12 Muscular Analysis of Selected Exercises and Related Concepts
Appendix
Glossary
Index
