Movement Analysis - Technology

Question 1

What is limb kinematics ?

Answer 1

The study of the movement of limb in space, and the time taken to carry out these movements. Includes the study of gait.

Question 2

What is limb kinematics in action ?

Answer 2

When reflective markers are placed on bones landmarks and filmed using video cameras. The data is then transferred into a digital format for analysis.

Question 3

Positives of using limb kinematics
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Answer 3

• data immediately available and accurate
• coaches can use analysis to make changes to technique
• To examine to causes of common injury, potentially prevented when poor technique is identified.
• investigates the impact of equipment on technique