Bone and Joint Mechanics

Bone and joint mechanics is the study of how the bones, muscles, and joints work together to enable motion. It focuses on the forces, such as tension, compression, friction, and shear, that are applied to the bones, muscles, and joints during movement. This information helps us understand how the body moves and functions. Bone and joint mechanics are important in order to improve injury prevention, diagnosis, and rehabilitation. It is also used to create assistive technologies, such as artificial limbs, which improve mobility and quality of life for people with disabilities.