Biomechanics in Ergonomics, Second Edition

Produced under the aegis of editor Shrawan Kumar with contributors who are leading scholars in the field, this second edition of Biomechanics in Ergonomics presents thoroughly updated and new material regarding the biomechanics of tissues and organs in the workplace. This text establishes a foundation for the understanding of gross biomechanical loads on the human system at the tissue level, then brings that understanding through to the whole body level. It describes biomechanical risk factors and supplies exposure assessment tools and techniques. The book's comprehensive scope makes it suitable for use by ergonomic engineers and physical therapists, and as a textbook for ergonomics courses.