When biotechnology is used in Kinesiology, it's called biomechanics. Biomechanics are used to enhance athletic ability in humans by creating new efficient technologies. A common way Kinesiology uses biomechanics is through 3-D graphics. Through these graphics, they can see where the problem areas are in the body, and they can find ways to help heal those stress areas. Biomechanics help understand "how muscle properties dictate the coordination of movement, exploring the mechanical behavior of musculoskeletal structures at the tissue level, and exploring innovative solutions to orthopedic problems (psu)." In other words, biomechanics help doctors and therapists find new ways to help cure problems people may be having in their joints and muscles. This is really important for students who want to pursue Kinesiology to know because this is a huge role of the industry.
There are numerous classes at Michigan State called "Biomechanics in Kinesiology" that students are required to take for this major. This was a topic I thought was important to share, because coming into college I had no idea what biomechanics were, or that my major really focuses on it. Once I started going to my Kin classes more often, I started to hear more and more about this. Now as I research deeper, I find that so many helpful cures and inventions have came from the use of biomechanics.
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"Biomechanics." Biomechanics. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Oct. 2015. <http://www.hhd.psu.edu/kines/graduate/areas/biomechanics>.
Larissa L.
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