Mechanics of Human Joints: Physiology: Pathophysiology, and Treatment

Book info: Mechanics of Human Joints: Physiology: Pathophysiology, and Treatment (Hardcover, 480 pages) – CRC Press, 1993. Language: English.

This reference work brings together the biology, mechanics, neurophysiology and pathophysiology of diseased joints, illustrates available physiologically-based treatments for osteoarthrosis and explains how and when to use them.;Highlighting the most up-to-date biomechanical principles, Mechanics of Human Joints: discusses the functional anatomy of joints; relates the neurophysiology of joints to ligamentous reconstruction; elucidates the pathophysiology of osteoarthrosis; summarizes the latest information on muscle physiology and electromyography; examines the effect of vibration and impulsive loading on joint pathology; and explicates the principles of prosthetic joint replacement. Editorial Reviews About the Author Verna Wright (Edited by) , Eric L. Radin (Edited by)