Endocrine System

Question 1

Endocrine system function (3)

Answer 1

• makes hormones
• regulates hormones
• directs hormones

Question 2

Endocrine system components (8)

Answer 2

• Hypothalamus
• Pituitary
• Pineal
• Thyroid - Parathyroid
• Thymus
• Pancreas
• Adrenals
• Ovaries or Testes

Question 3

Benefits of massage on endocrine system (3)

Answer 3

• By stimulating general circulation, massage helps to improve the transport of hormones throughout the body.
• can normalize endocrine activity because it balances the autonomic nervous system.
• can stimulate the pituitary gland which can release endorphins and decrease pain.