Clinical kinesiology and anatomy

Author(s)

• Lippert, Lynn

Bibliographic Information

Clinical kinesiology and anatomy

Lynn S. Lippert

F.A. Davis, c2011

5th ed

Note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

Introductory chapters that present an essential foundation in body systems, terminology, and biomechanical principles. Easy to understand explanations of axes of planes, torque, and leverage, and the many grasping functions of the hand. Well-designed charts in each chapter that summarize companion movements and prime movers. Use of analogies throughout the text to make concepts comprehensible and memorable. Points to Remember, Summary of Muscles, Summary of Muscle Innervation, and Summary of Muscle Action tables. End-of-chapter review questions to help you retain and understand the human body from a clinical and functional perspective.

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Details

• NCID: BB0728959X
• ISBN:
  • 9780803623637
• LCCN: 2010036700
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: Philadelphia, PA
• Pages/Volumes: xxi, 396 p.
• Size: 28 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : QP303
  • NLM : 2011 C-378
  • NLM : WE 103
  • NLM : WE 103
  • DC22 : 612.7/6
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Kinesiology
  • LCSH : Physical therapy assistants
  • MESH : Kinesiology, Applied
  • MESH : Movement
  • MESH : Musculoskeletal System -- anatomy & histology
  • MESH : Physical Therapy Modalities