It's hard to think of many activities humans undertake that don't require using arms and hands. From work-related motions to household chores, caregiving, driving and sports, much of the movements that define our daily routines rely on the proper functioning of our upper body.
This means injuries to this biomechanical system can severely disrupt our lives, says Dr. Angelica Lang (PhD), assistant professor at the Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health, University of Saskatchewan (USask). "When these injuries happen, no matter how they start, they can affect your work and leisure activities - and impact every part of your life."
From studying the clinical biomechanics of the upper limb, Lang and her team aim to improve our understanding of musculoskeletal health, such as the dysfunction experienced by breast cancer survivors.
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