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Kinesiology
Kinesiology (pronounced: kuh-nee-see-ol-uh-jee) is the scientific study of human or non-human body movement. It addresses physiological, biomechanical, and psychological dynamic principles and mechanisms of movement.
Etymology
The term "Kinesiology" comes from the Greek words 'kinesis' (meaning movement) and 'logia' (meaning study).
Related Terms
- Biomechanics: The study of the structure and function of biological systems by means of the methods of mechanics.
- Physiology: The branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.
- Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
- Motor Control: The process by which humans and animals use their brain/cognition to activate and coordinate the muscles and limbs involved in the performance of a motor skill.
- Exercise Physiology: The study of the acute responses and chronic adaptations to a wide range of physical exercise conditions.
See Also
References
- Kinesiology: The Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Human Movement. Carol A. Oatis. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2009.
- Foundations of Kinesiology: Studying Human Movement and Health. Tinker D. Murray, James A. Eldridge. Human Kinetics, 2018.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kinesiology
- Wikipedia's article - Kinesiology
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