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

Part 2 – Biomechanics of the Knee Joint

Abstract

In the second part of my article series, I perform a biomechanical analysis of the knee joint. I will use examples from the literature to show what a significant effect increased load, body weight, genetics and other factors  have on the development of knee complaints. To  counterbalance the burden of training and deployment, I  consider to develop a strategy based on appropriate  preventive factors to be important, thereby increasing the  effectiveness of treatment and ultimately reducing the risk  of developing knee diseases.