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Biomechanics
Definition 1
The study of the mechanics of a living body, especially of the forces exerted by muscles and gravity on the skeletal structure. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
The study of the application of mechanical laws and the action of forces to living structures. (NLM, Medical Subject Headings)
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