Technology

Question 1

what is kinematics?

Answer 1

The study of movement in relation to time and space

Question 2

What are some advantages of limb kinematics?

Answer 2

• 3D motion analysis is able to adjust technique and improve performance
• It is immediate
• It is objective
• It is highly accurate

Question 3

What are some disadvantages of limb kinematics?

Answer 3

• It is expensive
• Only possible in lab
• Some sports are difficult
• Accuracy depends on correct placement of markers

Question 4

What are force plates used fro?

Answer 4

To measure ground reaction force

Question 5

Advantages of force plates:

Answer 5

• GAIT analysis to support rehab and improve balance
• It is immediate
• It is objective
• It is reliable

Question 6

Disadvantages of force plates:

Answer 6

• It is expensive
• It is only possible in lab
• Specialists are needed
• Performer doesn’t always recreate movement as in sporting condtions