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Biomechanika, a portmanteau of biology and mechanics, is an interdisciplinary field that applies the principles of mechanical engineering to biological systems. It seeks to understand the structure, function, and motion of living organisms and their parts. This can range from the microscopic level of cellular mechanics to the macroscopic level of whole-body movement in humans and animals. Biomechanics uses physics, mathematics, and engineering tools to analyze forces, stresses, strains, and deformations within biological tissues and structures.

The field is broadly divided into two main areas: kinematics and kinetics. Kinematics describes motion without considering the forces that cause it, focusing on aspects like displacement, velocity, and acceleration. Kinetics, on the other hand, examines the forces that produce or affect motion, including muscle forces, ground reaction forces, and joint torques.

Applications of biomechanics are diverse and impactful. In medicine, it aids in the design of prosthetics, artificial joints, and orthotics, as well as in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries and diseases affecting the musculoskeletal system. Sports science utilizes biomechanics to improve athletic performance, prevent injuries, and design better equipment. Ergonomics, the study of how humans interact with their environment, also draws heavily on biomechanical principles to optimize workplace design and reduce the risk of repetitive strain injuries. Researchers in biomechanics often employ advanced imaging techniques, motion capture systems, and computational modeling to gather and analyze data.