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Biomechanics

Mission Statements


  • To further the understanding of mechanical, anatomical and neuromechanical mechanisms and processes underlying human movement through the integration of findings from research and laboratory experiences.

  • To apply theoretical understanding and practical skills to sporting (technique and injury reduction), clinical (rehabilitation and gait assessment) and occupational (ergonomics and kinanthropometry) settings.
Movement analysis

Biomechanics is one of the disciplines in the field of Sport Science,Exercise and Health and it can be divided into three broad categories.

Sports/exercise biomechanics may take the form of describing movement, however, its strength is the ability to establish an understanding of causal mechanisms for selected movements or rehabilitation regimes. Biomechanics research therefore plays an integral role in enhancing performance while also reducing the incidence and severity of injury.

Clinical biomechanics involves research in the areas of gait, neuromuscular control, tissue mechanics, and movement evaluation during rehabilitation from either injury or disease.

Occupational biomechanics typically involves research in the areas of ergonomics and human growth or morphology as they influence movement.
       
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