title: Biomechanics of rehabilitation.
abstract: The biomechanics of motion and rehabilitation are complex, with many tissue types and structures involved. In addition, consideration must be given to the stage of tissue healing with some injuries, such as fractures.A more thorough knowledge of some of the infrequently discussed biomechanical aspects of musculoskeletal tissues and motion during rehabilitation, combined with known features of tissue recovery, should enhance the development of rehabilitation programs for patients.
authors.affiliation: Department of Small Animal Clinical Science, University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, 2407 River Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA.
authors.forename: Joseph P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Weigel
authors.forename: Greg
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Arnold
authors.forename: David A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Hicks
authors.forename: Darryl L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Millis
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D000829:Animals, Domestic; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D005684:Gait; D008954:Models, Biological; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities / Q000592:standards / Q000662:veterinary*; D014730:Veterinary Medicine / Q000379:methods* / Q000592:standards