Understanding the Body’s Musculoskeletal System: A Comprehensive Guide

By Theodore Dimon Jr, G. David Brown, David I. Anderson PhD

A Comprehensive Guide to the Body’s Musculoskeletal System for Kinesiologists, Movement Therapists, Yoga Teachers, Dancers, and Bodyworkers

What does knowledge of anatomical structure have to do with preventing everyday muscular aches, pains, and injuries? According to Dr. Theodore Dimon, everything! Our bodies are designed to work holistically, supported by an intelligently organized system of muscles, bones, and connective tissue. So when we target problem spots by stretching, relaxing, or strengthening individual muscles, we bypass the dynamic, interconnected network that enables healthy functioning and injury prevention. Understanding how this system works in action is the key.

Dynamic Design and the Body in Action

Dr. Dimon describes the basic principles that govern our body’s musculoskeletal architecture and provides practical exercises to activate specific muscle groups and demonstrate our body’s efficient holistic function. Readers will learn about:

• How the musculoskeletal system works as a whole
• The relationship between proprioception and muscle length
• Maximizing spinal, shoulder, hip, arm, and leg stability and health
• The important role of breath and breathing
• About posture and musculoskeletal support

With over 300 illustrations, this is an ideal resource for students and practitioners of kinesiology, bodywork, movement, sport kinesiology, dance, and all readers searching for a dynamic guide to the human body.

Product Details:

Language: English

Pages: 336

ISBN-10: 1623175801

ISBN-13: 978-1623175801

Published by: North Atlantic Books; Illustrated edition (October 19, 2021)