(iv) Basic biomechanics of human joints: Hips, knees and the spine

T. D. Stewart*, R. M. Hall

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Abstract

The paper provides a basic introduction to the biomechanics of the hip, knee and spine with respect to the healthy joint and following joint replacement. The content is aimed specifically at persons with a medical background to introduce them to the concepts of forces and moments in application to the human body.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)23-31
Number of pages9
JournalCurrent Orthopaedics
Volume20
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2006

Keywords

  • Biomechanics
  • Hip
  • Knee
  • Spine

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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