What is the study of movement?
Kinesiology
What are mechanical priciples that relate to the human body? (think static, dynamic kinetics & kinematics)
Biomechanics
The “reference” point of the body?
Anatomical position
The same as anatomical position but the palms face towards the body?
Fundamental position
What protects the vital organs & provides suport for the body?
Skeletal system
Consists of the arms & legs?
Appendicular skeleton
Consists of the trunk & skull?
Axial skeleton
What are the areas at the end of each diaphysis?
Epiphysis
This is the main shaft of the bone which is comprised of mainly compact bone?
Diaphysis
This causes bone resorption?
Endosteum
This provides support & is primarily made of cancellous bone?
Metaphysis
This is a thin fibrous membrane that covers the entire bone except for t b e articular surfaces?
Peristeum
