Kinesiology: Movement Analysis Project
Jamie Thompson
Tuesday/Thursday 12:25pm- 1:30pm
Information
Name:
Age:
Jamie Thompson
21
Height:
69.5
176.53
Birth Date: 06/07/1992
in
Weight:
152
cm
lbs
Gender: F
BMI:
22.2
68.946 kg
Physical History Review
Please answer questions with detail and if no answer is available write “None.”
Current sporting activity: Track and Field
List any medical conditions or diseases that limit or affect bodily movement:
None
List current or previous injuries that affect movement:
I sprained my right ankle in 2011 while doing hurdle drills.
List activities that you have or do participate in that require more than an average amount of movement (ex.
Sports, exercise, etc)
I have done track for 9 years. I’m currently on the Women’s Rowan Track and Field team. Also I have
played volleyball for 3 years.
Please describe your occupation and the activities involved:
My occupation is a full-time student. I do participate on the Rowan Women’s Track and Field
team.
Please list past surgeries:
None
Motion
Degree of Motion
Normal ROM?
Do you suffer from joint or muscle related pain? Please describe:
Tendonitis in my right knee.
Movement Goals



Improve flexibility in my hips
Improve running form (cheek to cheek)
Fast feet in between hurdles
Initial Summary
Reviewing my demographics, movement goals, and physical history, I’ve come to the conclusion that my
height and weight are both within normal limits for my current age of 21. My calculated BMI of 22.2 also
put me in the normal weight category. I am a runner for the Rowan track team and I can improve the speed
of my steps in-between each hurdle. The quicker my steps are the faster my time will be in my hurdle
events. Having good posture and running form are key elements for reaching maximal performance.
Improving my running form will also help reduce the tendinitis in my knee and strengthen it. I have a good
trail leg when going over the hurdles, but putting these all these elements together will improve my athletic
performance.
Right
Cervical Region
 Flexion
 Extension
 Rotation
 Lateral Flexion
Shoulder Region
 Abduction
 Flexion
 Extension
 Internal Rotation
 External Rotation
Knee Region
 (90-90)
 Knee Flexion
(Passive ROM)
Hip Region
 Flexion
 Extension
 External Rotation
 Internal Rotation
 Abduction
 Adduction
Cervical Lateral Flexion
Left
55
65
Right
Left
Yes
Yes
90
45
85
45
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
170
170
50
65
170
170
45
50
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
90
90
Yes
Yes
0
145
0
145
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
110
30
45
105
30
45
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
35
35
Yes
Yes
45
40
Yes
No
20
25
Range Of Motion Analysis
Glenohumeral Flexion
Hip Flexion
Hip External
Rotation
Cervical Extention
Glenohumeral Abduction
Hip Abdution
Knee Flexion
Cervical Rotation
Glenohumeral Internal
Rotation
Hip Adduction
Hip Extension
Glenohumeral Extension
Glenohumeral External Rotation
Hip Internal Rotation
Overall my range of motion is, normal. I just have to work on my Hip Region to increase my flexibility.
Increasing my flexibility in my hips region, will help me perform my goal. Flexion and extension in my
hips play a huge role. I need to decrease my time in between the hurdles and also correct my running
form.
Overhead Squat Analysis
Subject’s Name:___________ Assessor’s Name:____________
Anterior View
Knees Align with foot:
Yes
No
If no, which one
which way
Feet Face Forward:
Yes
No
If no, which one
which way
Date: Oct. 18, 2012
R
L
valgus
R
L
abduct
Both
varus
Both
adduct
Sagittal View
Normal Forward Flexion:
Yes
No
Normal Lumbar Lordosis: Yes
No If no,
Arms Remain in Line:
No, arms fall forward
Yes
excessive lordosis
or reduced lordosis
Posterior View
Feet Evert:
Yes
No
Heels Rise Off Floor:
Yes
No
Asymmetrical Shift:
Yes
No
If yes which side
R
L
ANTERIOR
LATERAL
POSTERIOR
For the squat over head squat analysis I had to complete three squats from three different
views which include anterior view, later view and posterior view. Looking over the three
different squats I will discuss any dysfunctions or abnormalities that shoes in each view. This
will help me know what needs to be improved to prevent injuries or anything of that nature.
Assessing my anterior view, I am looking at the foot/ankle and my knee alignment.
Looking at my feet I noticed that they have alight eversion and is mostly the left foot. My knees
come in a little in my squat position, causing a valgus force medially. This can mean that my hip
adductors are over active, which is what is causing my knees to go in. This could also mean that
my gluteus medius is under active and I can correct this by stretching out my hip adductors.
Looking at my lateral view, I am looking for any abnormalities with my shoulders and
lumbar spine. I have a normal forward flexion. My lumbar lordosis appears to be caving in,
meaning that I have an excessive lordotic curve and an over active anterior tilt. My arms are
symmetrical to each other and remain in line.
Lastly, looking at my posterior view I am observing my hips and heels of the foot. Foot
eversion and rising heels are noticeable along with an asymmetrical shift the right. Heels coming
off the floor can mean that your quads are stronger than your posterior chain which can lead to
stress on my knees that causes plantar fasciitis. I can try to prevent this by curling my toes up
causing the weight to automatically shift to the center of my feet.
Gait Analysis
Stance Phase
Heel Strike
My heel comes in
contact with the
treadmill supinating
and continuously
everting. The right
foot is externally
rotating my right leg.
The front foot (left) is
slightly abducted and
also everting.
Stance Phase
Loading
Following supination
from Heel Strike, the
left foot immediately
moves into pronation
while the leg
internally rotates.
Knees and hips seem
to be in line with no
signs of pelvic tilt
Stance Phase
Mid-stance
As the right foot
begins to move
forward, my center
of gravity is placed
on my left foot.
Much of the weight
is distributed to the
medial side of my
right foot.
Stance Phase
Toe-off
Next the foot
moves back into
supination giving it
the ability to push
off the ground. The
leg and foot
externally rotates in
order to go into
supination.
Swing Phase
Initial swing
Strength from the
hip flexors is
required to bring the
left leg forward as
the weight begins to
become centered
over the right foot.
Swing Phase
Mid-swing
The inertia of the
leg drives the leg
forward preparing
for the final phase
of the gait. At this
point the left leg
externally rotates
and the right foot
pronates
Swing Phase
Terminal Swing
The heel of the left
foot touches the
ground landing in a
supinated position
with the leg
externally rotated.
The cycle is now
repeated.
Corrective Exercises
After examining my posture, overhead squat, range of motion, and gait, there have been certain
dysfunctions that are restrictive towards my flexibility and other important areas of health and
fitness. These limiting factors can be corrected with minor adjustments in daily activity and the
help of corrective exercises. The following are is where I have the most concern:
Abdominopelvic Hip Region
• Asymetrical Shift to the Right Side
• Left Hip External Rotation Poor ROM
• Left Flexion and Poor ROM
• Left foot Abduction
Corrective Exercises for Abdominopelvic Hip Region
External hip stretch
Internal hip stretch
Considering the abdominopelvic hip region is the most important, but yet often
underactive section of the body, it is likely that I will have problems in this area. After looking
over the overhead squat analyses earlier in the report, the posterior view shows that I have an
asymmetrical shift while in the squat position. An asymmetrical shift can be explained by a
weak gluteus and other abductor complex muscles. An exercise that will help strengthen the
gluteus medius is seated leg abductions or leg abductions using an ankle strap connected to a low
pulley. By strengthening the abductor complex, the muscles will become more active in the squat
position ensuing in less of a shift. The exercise should be performed for 3 sets of 12 to 15
repetitions per foot with 30 seconds of rest between each set. The next dysfunction is to increase
flexibility through external rotation; I must lie in the supinated position on my stomach. Flex the
knee to 90 degrees and externally rotate the hip, hold this stretch for 20-30 seconds. Perform 3
sets resting 30 seconds between each set. For increased flexibility for the internal rotators, place
the body in the pronated position (on the back) and place the ankle of the leg you are looking to
stretch over the
contralateral knee. I will flex the contralateral hip by moving the
tibia of the leg I am stretching closer to the contraleteral shoulder,
hold this stretch for 20-30 seconds. Each exercise should be
performed on both legs, external rotations, for 3-4 sets. I also had a poor Range of Motion
through flexion and extension of my hips. Through hamstring and hip flexor stretching, a more
normal ROM can be acquired. To stretch the hamstrings, I will first flex the hip of the leg being
stretched, resting the ankle on a chair or table. Next I will flex the trunk until there is mild
discomfort in the hamstrings, holding the stretch for 20-30 seconds. This will create greater
ROM during hip flexion. To increase ROM during hip extension, I must stretch my hip flexors.
An exercise to do this would be by getting on one knee and then resting the knee of the leg I am
stretching on the ground and flexing the other knee propelling the top half of the body forward
while the knee on the ground stays in place. Hold this stretch for 20-30 seconds. Perform 3 sets
resting 30 seconds in between sets.
The final problem that I have is abduction of the left foot. This abduction is caused by an
over-active lateral head of the Gastrocnemius, Soleus, and Bicep Femoris and under-active
medial head of Gastrocnemiusm and Medial Hamstrings. One exercise that will help
strengthen the medial Gastrocenemius is calf raises with feet slightly abducted. To also fix this, I
must stretch the lateral Gastrocnemius. An exercise to help with this is calf stretches against the
wall with feet adducted.
Hip flexor stretch
Hamstring stretch
Corrective Exercises for Upper Extremities
Shoulder/ShoulderGirdle
• Keep required ROM
One of the most common areas for injury is in the shoulder/shoulder girlde of the body.
With proper exercise mechanics, stretching and strengthening of certain muscles, and better
posture, problems may be easily fixed. My shoulder/shoulder girdle meets the required ROM.
In order to keep this range of motion in the left shoulder joint, I must stretch my latissimus dorsi.
The stretching in the latissimus dorsi will allow greater range of motion in the glenohumeral
joint. A stretch that will help lengthen the latisimuss dorsi is the doorway frame stretch. By
running the arm vertical to the door frame and slowly walking forward, a mild stretch can be felt
in the latissimus dorsi. I make sure I don’t walk too far to cause an injury and overstretching.
Latissimus Dorsi Stretch
The next set of muscles to be focused on will be the muscles that concentrate on internal
rotation of the shoulder joint (subscapularis, pec major, latissimus dorsi, etc.). The rotation of the
humerous causes internal rotation of the shoulder. In order to stretch the supraspinartus and
subscapularis, an exercise called Apley’s Scratch Stretch can be used. In the Apley’s Scratch
Stretch, I would place my hand behind my back with the anterior part of the hand resting on the
back. Hand should reach inferior angle of contralateral scapula. Reach the other hand over the
ipsilateral shoulder; should reach the ipsilateral scapula. Perform both stretches for 3 sets with
both hands, for 20-30 seconds per set. Perform 3 to 5 times week. It is important to make sure
to stretch antagonist muscles, which is why the external rotator muscles (Teres minor and
infraspinatus) must be stretched too.
Apley’s Scratch Stretch
CONCLUSION
By observing each of my unique motions/movement, this helps me focus on what I need
to fix to reach my goals. Not only did this teach me about what I needed to fix, but it also helped
me learn what I kept consistent. All of the different types of training that are seen in gyms, on
TVs, and magazines are not specific in targeting each individual person’s goals. With the use of
a kinesiology report, specific movement dysfunctions can be beneficial in program design. A
good trainer must use what they know in order to help educate the client aiming to teach
everything that they know will be beneficial to a more functional lifestyle.