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Analysis of handspring technique as safety precautions

Authors

HEDBÁVNÝ Petr

Year of publication 2011
Type Article in Proceedings
Conference International Scientific symposium Sport and health 2011
MU Faculty or unit

Faculty of Sports Studies

Citation
Field Sport and leisure time activities
Keywords gymnastics; handspring; 3D biomechanics analysis; safety
Description The contribution deals with the technique of handspring in acrobatics from biomechanical point of view. The aim is to compare the technique in probands at different technique maturity using 3D kinematical analysis. We worked with a SIMI Motion system which consists od two high frequency synchronized cameras and a SIMI Motion software by which the data were digitalised. In evaluation we concentrate on angle, track, time and velocity characteristics of chosen body segments in the crucial phases of motion. Kynesiological analysis of muscle groups active at certain motion microphases contributes to complex understanding of movement structures. The results thus enable to define the optimal technique, frequent deviations and gross errors responsible for possible injury. The aim of our work is to define the health risks at handspring practice and on the basis of the kinesiological and 3D kinematical analysis suggest specific safety precautions in order to prevent possible injuries.

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