Chapter 2: Body Mechanics Flashcards
1
Q
What is Body Mechanics?
A
The practice of using certain key muscle groups together with good body alignment and proper body positioning to reduce the risk for injury.
2
Q
Proper body mechanics starts with?
A
Good posture.
3
Q
What does Good posture protects?
A
The entire body, particularly the back, standing, sitting or lying down.
4
Q
The Central idea of good posture is?
A
Body alignment.
5
Q
When standing the MA’s body should be?
A
Balanced.
6
Q
How to have a balanced body?
A
Keep shoulders back and relaxed abdomen muscles tight and pull in the buttocks.
