Bones?
Bones form the foundation for human body movement.
Over 200 bones combine to create the skeletal structure.
The ability to stand or sit against gravity is due to bones supporting the body.
Body shape and posture are determined by bone structure.
What are Joints?
Junctions between bones.
Allow bending and extending motions due to bone presence.
Bones move at joints.
Movement is smooth when aligned with joint shape.
Understanding joints is the first step towards relieving pain, discomfort, and improving athletes' conditions.
Ankle Joint?
The joint between the tibia, fibula (two bones between the knee and foot), and foot bones.
Allows movement of the ankle up, down, or sideways.
Muscles that move the Ankle Joint?
The calf muscles, the gastrocnemius, and soleus muscles bend the ankle downwards (position where the toes are stretched straight).
The junction where the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles attach to the heel is the well-known Achilles tendon.
Knowing about the Achilles tendon is effective in preventing injuries. It's advisable to relax the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles, which are more pliable than tendons, to prevent Achilles tendon injuries.
Knee Joint?
The joint between the femur and tibia.
- Femur: Located in the middle of the thigh, covered by large thigh muscles.
- Tibia: Long, rod-like bone connecting the knee and foot.
The patella (kneecap) sits on top.
- To reduce friction and prevent injuries from frequent bending and extending.
It excels at bending and extending but is weak at twisting.
Useful to know:
Experiencing significant impact on the knees from the side or incorrect knee usage makes injuries likely. Minimizing twisting movements and avoiding lateral impacts help prevent injuries. However, it's impossible to avoid 100% of impacts, making conditioning challenging, but essential daily effort is required.
People lacking knowledge should consult specialists for prevention measures, even without pain.