BIOMECHANICS ANALYSIS

Biomechanics is the study of the effects of mechanical forces and thermal environments on the human body.

Infrared thermogram shows hot

areas (red) on the human hand.

Infrared thermography helps measure

external skin temperatures.

Arrow points to wedging

compression fracture on

a vertebral body from excessive

axial force.

Ski binding being tested

for proper function. Releasable

ski bindings reduce injuries but do

not eliminate them.

A radiograph of a torsional bone

fracture from a skiing

accident. Radiographs are useful

in reconstructing an accident.