Freivalds, Andris.

Biomechanics of the upper limbs : mechanics, modeling, and musculoskeletal injuries / Andris Freivalds. - 2nd ed. - Boca Raton, FL : CRC Press, 2011. - 529 p. ; ill. 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Introduction to biomechanics -- Structure of the musculoskeletal system -- Neuromuscular physiology and motor control -- Modeling of muscle mechanics -- Models of the upper limbs -- Musculoskeletal disorders and risk factors -- Instrumentation -- Job and worksite analysis -- Hand tools -- The office environment.

9781420091199 (hardcover : alk. paper)


Arm--Wounds and injuries.
Human mechanics.
Upper Extremity--injuries.
Biomechanics.
Cumulative Trauma Disorders.
Human Engineering--methods.
Occupational Diseases--prevention & control.

617.574044 / FOR-B 2011 450265