Forensic Biomechanics - Softcover

Hannon, Patrick; Knapp, Kerry, Ph.D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1930056273 ISBN 13: 9781930056275

Publisher: Lawyers & Judges Pub Co, 2006

Synopsis

This new reference explains the role of biomechanics, the study of the mechanics of the living body and the forces acted upon it, in accident and injury cases. This book gives you an in depth look of the area of human injury biomechanics. It also discusses the roll of the biomechanist and when and how he or she can help with your investigation. The authors discuss biomechanical causation versus medical causation, the basic principles of biomechanics, approaches to the use of biomechanics in investigation, and application of biomechanical principles to impact injuries. They also provide detailed information on the biomechanics of the human body including bone tissue, articular cartilage, soft tissue, blood and fluids, spinal chord and nerve tissue, joints, and extremities. This book contains over 300 diagrams and images plus a CD-ROM of cadaver photos illustrating the principles discussed. This book is invaluable if you are working on an accident or injury case, and need to understand the principles of the biomechanics behind the injury. Topics Include: Overview of Biomechanics of Injury Basic Principles of Biomechanics Impacts Bone Tissue Soft Tissue and Bodily Fluids Articular Cartilage The Spinal Chord and Nerves The Head, Face and Brain The Torso and Thorax The Cervical and Lumbar Spine Joints Extremities

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About the Author

Patrick R. Hannon, Ed.D. has taught at Northern Arizona University since 1980 and is presently a tenured professor in the Department of Biology (Physiology and Functional Morphology), College of Engineering and Natural Sciences. Dr. Hannon presently teaches undergraduate and graduate level biomechanic and undergraduate level human functional anatomy. He has received grants in biomechanics and the neurosciences from the National Science Foundation, the Air Force Office of Scientific Research, and the United States Department of Defense, and served as the principal investigator or as the project directior for these research efforts, In additon to his teaching and academic research, he has served as an expert witess in injury biomechanics and human funtiona anatomy since 1988 and presently owns and operates Hannon Biomechanics Analysis in Flagstaff, Arizona. He has addressed over 1600 civil and criminal matters over the past 17 years and is a member of the American Society of Biomechanics, the Soiety for Neurosciences, the Society of Automotive Engineers, the Southwestern Association of Traffic Accident Investigators, and the Arizona Homicide Investigators Association. Kerry L. Knapp Ph.D. has a broad educational and experience-based background in the physical sciences, engineering, computer modeling, and analytical techniques. Dr. Knapp’s studies and research in human functional anatomy, physiology, human neuroscience, and human biomechanics form the basis for his current work in injury biomechanics.

Dr. Knapp holds two master’s degrees (one in biomechanics) and a Ph.D. in Forensic Biomechanics. Professional affiliations include the Society of Automotive Engineers, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. Dr. Knapp has worked full time as a consultant and expert witness in the area of injury biomechanics since 1994. In addition, Dr. Knapp owns and manages Northstar Biokinetics, Inc., a firm specializing in human injury analysis and expert witness consulting in both civil and criminal courts.

About this edition

• Publisher: Lawyers & Judges Pub Co
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 1930056273
• ISBN 13: 9781930056275
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320