Bio 1 Flashcards
What is the Quantitative Approach to movement analysis in Biomechanics?
The approach using only numbers, which eliminates emotion
What is the Qualitative Approach to movement analysis in Bio mechanics?
the approach using observation and memory, not the use of numbers
What are the 2 sub categories under mechanics?
Statics
Dynamics
What are the areas of study of Bio mechanics?
Aero/hydrodynamics
Equipment design
Orthopaedics
What does Aero/Hydrodynamics Govern?
This studies governs the movement of bodies through air and water
What does Equipment design help with?
Sporting equipment varies in sizes and shapes dependent on the out come wanted, eg football boots having studs and tennis shoes having flat bottoms
what is Orthopaedic bio mechanics?
the study of force exerted on the body to understand movement and injuries
