Final Exam Flashcards
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anatomical position
standard reference posture used in anatomy. The body is upright, facing forward, with feet slightly apart and parallel, arms at the sides, and palms facing forward.
sagittal plane
divides the body into left and right halves.
what exercises take place on sagittal plane
flexion and extension, such as bicep curls, running, or forward lunges.
transverse plane
Divides body into top/bottom; rotational movements occur here.
frontal plane
Divides body into front/back; abduction and adduction occur.
brains two main sources of fuel
glucose
ketones
ketone
Energy molecules from fat, used when glucose is low.
why is glucose important for the brain
Brain lacks fat stores; glucose ensures constant energy supply.
what joint provides the most mobility
The shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint).
t or f
carrying angle is greater in males
false
what is carrying angle
The angle between the upper arm and forearm when extended.
why is carrying angle greater in females?
Wider pelvis in females causes increased elbow angle for clearance
Scapular winging is usually an indicator of an inactive what?
Serratus anterior muscle.
what is scapular winging
Protrusion of the scapula from the back, often due to weakness.
What are the two major pronators of the arm?
Pronator teres and pronator quadratus.
Which bone structure is where growth of bone occurs
epiphyseal plate (growth plate)
Please list 3 exercises that strengthen VMO function
Squats (with focus on knee alignment)
Step-ups
Lunges
vmo?
vastus medialis oblique
cerebellum function
accuracy
balance
coordination
What is the most common type of ankle injury?
Lateral ankle sprain, affecting the anterior talofibular ligament.
lateral ankle sprain?
The ankle folds inward, causing inversion.
medial ankle sprain
The ankle folds outward, causing eversion.
eversion
Movement where the foot turns outward, away from the midline.
inversion
Movement where the foot turns inward, toward the midline.