Biomechanics of Injury and Disease

Undergraduate

This course focuses on sporting injuries and chronic disease from a neuromuscular and biomechanical perspective. Orthopaedic biomechanics will be a central focus with an emphasis on joint replacement and other forms of surgical repair for injuries. Biological and mechanical properties unique to bone, cartilage, ligaments, tendons and muscle will also be introduced. Prerequisite(s): BKIN/BKIH students only, KINE 2033.