Engineering Technology and Applications – Shao, Shu & Tian (Eds)
© 2014 Taylor & Francis Group, London, ISBN 978-1-138-02705-3
A review on biomechanics and its applications in human movement
Xiaomei Lv, Yuanyuan Hou & Jinli Yang
Hebei Institute of Physical Education, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
ABSTRACT: All life forms on earth, including humans, are constantly subjected to the universal
force of gravitation, and thus to forces from within and surrounding the body. Through the study
of the interaction of these forces and their effects, the form, function and motion of our bodies can
be examined and the resulting knowledge applied to promote quality of life. Under gravity and other
loads, and controlled by the nervous system, human movement is achieved ...