Biomechanics Research

Research Overview

The research objective of the Biomechanics Laboratory is to further our understanding of mechanical and neuromuscular characteristics of human movement. In order to accomplish this we have established a broad research agenda through interdisciplinary collaborations within the university and with the local medical community. Current research in the lab is focused on:

The injury mechanisms and possible preventative strategies
The effectiveness of clinical intervention strategies - functional outcomes
The effects of fatigue, structural limitations, and load carriage on various aspects of human motion and performance
The influence of both short-term (acute) and long-term (chronic) exercise protocols on various biomechanical aspects of human health and performance