An Overview of the Biomechanical Characteristics of the Human Hip, Knee and Spine, as well as the Changes Caused by Exercise

Part 1: Biomechanics of the Hip Joint

Abstract

In my study, I examine the musculoskeletal loading and  subsequent complaints of the active members of the armed  forces by reviewing similar studies in the  international literature. The first part of my series of articles describes the hip joint, its biomechanical relationships, the  forces developing due to loading and their consequences. By presenting the loading conditions in the hip joint, it can  be seen that even in the case of a healthy hip joint with  normal anatomy, a significant load falls on the cartilage of the joint. In case of overload, due to anatomical abnormalities in the joint or due to their additive effect, complaints are more likely to develop.