Biomechanics of the Upper Limb

Kristin D. Zhao; Christopher A. Robinson; Marjorie Johnson Hilliard

doi:10.1016/B978-0-323-48323-0.00011-1

Biomechanics of the Upper Limb

Kristin D. Zhao, Christopher A. Robinson, Marjorie Johnson Hilliard

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Upper limb function allows for complex task accomplishment in reaching, prehension, and manipulation. The upper limb can be examined as a linkage system. The main effector of the upper limb is the hand; the wrist, elbow, and shoulder act to place the hand in space. The description and analysis of function can be assisted by studies using biomechanical principles. Application of this information is especially relevant for orthotic design and prescription. This chapter discusses upper limb biomechanics according to the main joint functions of motion, stability, and strength. The final section addresses specific needs created by trauma or congenital differences.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices, Fifth Edition
Publisher	Elsevier
Pages	127-133.e2
ISBN (Electronic)	9780323483230
ISBN (Print)	9780323554268
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-48323-0.00011-1
State	Published - Jan 1 2018

Keywords

biomechanics upper limb
functional motion
joint stability
muscle mechanics
synergistic motion

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General Medicine

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