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Developmental Biomechanics: Effect of Forces on the Growth, Development, and Maintenance of the Human Body

Dr. LeVeau is Associate Professor, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (USA).
Ms. Bernhardt is Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Therapy, Sargent College, Boston University, Boston, MA 02215.

The purpose of this paper is to present an overview of growth principles that are influenced by mechanical factors. These general principles are followed by some biomechanical examples of the growth and development of weight-bearing body areas, and examples of growth principles and mechanics related to therapeutic applications.

Key Words: Biomechanics • Child development disorders • Extremities • Fetus • Spinal cord

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