EXCI 351 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Proprioception, Motor Learning, Sports Medicine
18 Sep 2016
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Mechanics: branch of physics specifically concerned with the effect of forces and energy on the motion of bodies. Statics: study of systems in a state of equilibrium (at rest or in a constant state of motion) Dynamics: study of systems that are in a state of accelerated or changing motion. Kinetics: study of forces that inhibit, cause, facilitate, or modify motion of a body. (friction, gravity, pressure, etc). Kinematics: study of description of the spatial (direction with respect to the 3d world) and temporal (motion with respect to time) characteristics of motion without regard to the causative forces. 1. 3 relationship of biomechanics to other movement disciplines. Exercise physiology: study of physiology under the conditions of disrupted homeostasis. Motor control: progresses with maturation throughout the lifespan (motor development) and can undergo relatively permanent change to become more proficient through experience, practice, or both motor learning. Physical therapy: field dedicated to evaluating and treating movement abnormalities.
