Musculoskeletal System Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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three functions of the skeleton
A
support structural shape movement protection
2
Q
what is the synovial membrane
A
secreting synovial fluid from lubrication
3
Q
synovial fluid
A
lubricating the joint and reducing friction
4
Q
joint capsule
A
sealing the joint space to keep synovial fluid in
5
Q
bursae
A
providing a cushion between bones and tendons , and reducing friction
6
Q
cartilage
A
reducing friction and rubbing between two bone ends
7
Q
ligament
A
stabilising the joint and absorbing shock
8
Q
name the muscles
A
deltoids, biceps,triceps, rotar cuffs , pectorals,latissimus dorsi, abdominals,hip flexors, gluteals, quadriceps, hamstring group, tibialis anterior and gastrocnemius
