Running biomechanics

Abstract

With the interest of the general population in aerobic exercise, it is essential for physicians who treat sports injuries to understand the mechanism behind these problems. This article provided the reader with an introduction to the biomechanics of both walking and running to facilitate an understanding of the cause of these running injuries. It is hoped that with an improved understanding of the mechanics of walking and running, the reader will have an improved ability to diagnose these problems and improve the treatment of the injury.