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Highlights: Engage your pre-health students by relating concepts of Torque and Static Equilibrium to the Human Body! Read INTRODUCTION first!

Abstract: Biomechanics is the 4th chapter of a developing biomedically-relevant curriculum (BMP) for introductory physics geared toward pre-health students - please read INTRODUCTION. This active-learning curricular TEXT builds on concepts introduced in the BMP Motion, Force, & Circular/Rotational Motion Chapters, scaffolding previous physics content and pedagogy to new concepts in COM of humans, torque, and rotational equilibrium. Physics content integrates with biomedical relevance in human motion and videos of biomechanics experts in Physical Therapy and Balance Research. This resource includes TEXT and associated Assessment Questions.

Resource Types: In-class activity, Lecture materials, Demonstration, Video, Pre-class assignment, Homework, Exam problem, Student reading, Instructor supplement, Restricted access

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Nancy Donaldson

Rockhurst University

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Physics Topics:

Classical Mechanics > Motion in Two Dimensions > Center of Mass

Classical Mechanics > Statics of Rigid Bodies > Center of Gravity, Equilibrium, Resolution of Forces, Static Torque

Life Sciences Topics:

Biomechanics > Biomechanics of Daily Activities, Exercise Biomechanics, Kinesiology

Human and Animal Physiology > Musculoskeletal > Healthy Musculoskeletal Function

Human and Animal Physiology > Other Senses > Vestibular

Math Topics:

Algebra; Geometry; Trigonometry

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