Neuromechanics of Human Movement - Hardcover

Enoka, Roger M.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0736002510 ISBN 13: 9780736002516

Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers, 2001

Synopsis

The third edition of this foundation text - based on the concepts of the original text, "Neuromechanical Basis of Kinesiology" - features a new title that reflects its application to a broader array of human movement capabilities. This text expands on previous editions and retains popular features from the original text. Although expanded and updated, it still integrates biomechanics and neurophysiology to provide a theoretical framework for the study of human movement. This edition presents a more systematic and practical approach to problem solving, as well as updated content, and a CD-ROM support package for lecturers. Features include: bulleted summaries of each part which recap important learning points for students; a glossary of terms and three appendices with conversion factors and other background information; specific illustrations of the neuromechanics behind sport and rehabilitation movements; checklists to help students and teachers focus quickly; examples in each chapter, including figures, tables and equations; and more than 1500 updated references, plus a suggested reading list at the end of each chapter.

About this title

About the Author:

Roger M. Enoka, PhD, is a professor and chair in the Department of Integrative Physiology at the University of Colorado at Boulder. He is also a professor in the Health Sciences Centre at the University of Colorado. For more than 30 years, Enoka has focused his research and teaching on the combination of biomechanics and neurophysiology of movement. He conducts an interdisciplinary research programme, which has received continuous funding by the National Institutes of Health for almost two decades. Enoka's professional affiliations include the American College of Sports Medicine, the American Physiological Society, International Society of Biomechanics, and the Society for Neuroscience.

About this edition

• Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0736002510
• ISBN 13: 9780736002516
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 552