HIP/KNEE
This chapter will review anatomical systems of the hip and knee. Common considerations for designers and engineers when innovating products for the hip and knee will also be reviewed, along with an example student project.
SECTION 1 - ANATOMICAL SYSTEMS
Overview of the skeletal, muscular & nervous systems related to the hip/knee.
Anterior
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Hip/Knee Skeletal System (anterior)
Modified from LaBat & Ryan, Figure 5.10
Anterior
Posterior
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Hip/Knee Muscular System (anterior & posterior)
Modified from LaBat & Ryan, Figure 5.15
Anterior
Posterior
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Hip/Knee Nervous System
LaBat & Ryan, Figure 5.20
SECTION 2 - DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
When designing products that are worn around the hip/knee, it is important to consider how the anatomical systems move.
Hip/Knee Flexion/Extension & Abduction/Adduction
Modified from LaBat and Ryan, Figure 5.17
SECTION 3 - DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
With this information in mind, let's take a look at a product designed for the hip/knee.
Design Problem:
Systems Involved:
The Just Go running kit was designed specifically for Justin Gallegos, a professional runner living with
cerebral palsy. To offset the strain caused by his adaptive stride, the running tights support his knees,
calves and hips.
Skeletal and muscular systems
Useful Resources:
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Working with a physical therapist who specializes with athletes that have Cerebral Palsy
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Interviewing the athlete
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Textbooks or journal articles about running biomechanics
Follow the link below to learn more about this project.
Overview
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Trunk
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Head/Face
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Hip/Knee
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Shoulder
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Hand/Wrist
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Breasts
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Foot/Ankle
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