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Most mammals (e.g. horses and dogs) have knees that bend the way human knees do. However, when you look at a mammal's leg, the knee is not in the same place you're used to finding it. Many four-legged animals actually walk on their toes, and have elongated feet and ankle bones. Take a look at a dog or horse skeleton on the internet, and you can see that what seems to be a "backward bending knee" is actually the animal's ankle!
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Can elephants bend their knees?
Yes they can. They need to bend their knees to sit down, for example. Like humans and most mammals, elephants have kneecaps to stretch out their legs. They use their legs to drink, sleep, sit, and eat. Elephants can bend their knees. They don't often do so, other than in the course of normal movement, as their weight precludes them from rising easily.
Is a person laying down the same height when standing up.?
Depends because sometimes a person may mostly bend their knees. But my opinion is that it is the same height.
Is it common to have arthritis is the knees?
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis in the knees. Having arthritis in the knees is a very common occurrence that can be treated with varying therapies and medications.
Why does your ollie always go to the left?
an ollie doesnt go 2 the left if you slide your foot straight You need to learn to ollie step by step. If they're going to the left try standing up straight and bending your knees more, as soon as you bend over instead of using your knees it puts your balance off. Do the tiniest ollies u can stationary first to get them straight. Once they're straight try them moving and as low as you can until u can land them straight without falling off. Gradually go faster and remember to keep your back straight and bend your knees, get low! You can work on the height later, you need to keep them small until they're landing straight. If this doesn't work you need more practice, if you still don't get it you probably weren't meant to skate anyway. I used to practice for about 3 hours every day after school to get them right.
Can running worsen osteoarthritis of the knees?
no
Is there any way to make yourself shorter temporarily?
Bend your knees.
What movie shows aliens with knees that bend backwards?
The Arrival and District 9 both feature aliens whose knees bend backwards, but in real life, camelids fron knees bend forward, and rear knees bend backwards
What animals have 4 knees?
Elephants are the only animals that have four knees. Their hind legs and fore legs bend just the same. Elephants can gain top speed of 7m/sec without running.
Does a horse have knees on it's back legs?
Kind of. they bend the other way to a knee. they are called hocks
Why do you need to bend your knees in hockey when your shooting?
You have to bend your knees so your weight shifts forward and gives the hit more power.
Have sheep got knees?
They're not really called knees, but yes, they are on the front legs, they bend like our knees, and the back legs bend like our elbows. :) hope i helped
What actors and actresses appeared in Bend Your Knees - 2010?
The cast of Bend Your Knees - 2010 includes: Gareth Llewelyn Rebecca Stoddart as Sophie
Which animal can bend knees backword?
ostritch
Bend and straighten knees?
quadriceps-bg
What sport do you not bend your knees in?
Every sport.
Why do elephants have knees?
They need to have knees to walk. And to swim. And occasionally to bend down and drink.
Do dwarfs knees bend?
Yes, the knees of dwarfs bend just like those of individuals of typical height. Being a dwarf does not affect the structure or function of major joints like the knees.
