👉 Machicolations are a type of injury that occurs when two parts of the body move in opposite directions. This can happen when one part is under pressure, and the other part is not, causing the body to move in an unnatural or unexpected direction. For example, if you have a broken bone and it's moving out of place, this could be caused by a machicolation. The muscle that holds the bone in place moves out of alignment, creating pain and discomfort. Machicol