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[Joint stress in inline skating--a biomechanical study]

J Jerosch1, J Heidjahn, L Thorwesten

  • 1Klinik und Poliklinik für Allgemeine Orthopädie, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster.

Sportverletzung Sportschaden : Organ Der Gesellschaft Fur Orthopadisch-Traumatologische Sportmedizin
|September 17, 1998
PubMed
Summary

In-line skating generates low acceleration and joint load compared to other sports. This study measured vibrations on the tibia, hip, and head during skating at various speeds.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Sports Science
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Understanding the biomechanical impact of in-line skating is crucial for injury prevention.
  • Previous research has not fully quantified the acceleration and joint loading during in-line skating across different speeds and surfaces.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To measure acceleration at the tibia, hip, and head during in-line skating under standardized conditions.
  • To assess the range of motion at the knee joint during in-line skating.
  • To compare the biomechanical impact of in-line skating to other athletic activities.

Main Methods:

  • Eight male subjects participated in the study.
  • Acceleration was measured using sensors placed on the tibia, hip, and head.
  • Measurements were taken on a flat street and a bicycle route at speeds of 15, 20, and 25 km/h.

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  • Knee joint range of motion was also documented.

    • Main Results:

    • Maximal head acceleration reached 10.75 m/s², hip acceleration 15.10 m/s², and tibia acceleration 55.8 m/s² at 25 km/h on the bicycle route.
    • The highest signal suppression was observed between the tibia and hip sensors.
    • Knee joint range of motion data was also collected.

    Conclusions:

    • In-line skating exhibits low acceleration and joint load compared to other athletic activities.
    • The findings suggest a relatively low risk of joint injury associated with in-line skating from an impact perspective.