Tissue Biomechanics
2026-2027 UWS Academic Catalog
   

CHR 6130 - Tissue Biomechanics


Credits: 2
Biomechanical properties of muscles, nerves, and connective tissue and tissue injury and repair. Topics include stress-strain curves, length-tension relationships, hysteresis, types of loads and forces, and the response of various types of tissue. Additional emphasis is placed on the patho-biomechanics of low back and whiplash injuries.
Grading: G
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab/Clinic Hours: 0
Clock Hours: 22