Publisher's Synopsis
The study of the function, structure and motion of the mechanical aspects of biological systems using methods of mechanics is known as biomechanics. Sports biomechanics seeks to employ the principles of biomechanics to analyze and assess human movement during sports. The primary functions of this field are minimizing the risk of sports related injuries and optimizing the performance of the players. Sports biomechanics analyzes body loading to ascertain the safest technique for performing a particular sport. Some of the tools used in this field are mathematical modeling, computer simulation and measurement. Sports biomechanics is an upcoming field of science that has undergone rapid development over the past few decades. The topics included in this book about this field are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.
