Physiologic Flashcards

(4 cards)

1
Q

Head Righting

A

Visual and vestibular

Align face/head vertical, mouth horizontal

Prone - 2 mos
Supine - 3-4 mos

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2
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Head and body righting

A

Tactile, vestibular proprioceptive

Align body parts in anatomic position relative to each other and gravity

4-6 mos

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3
Q

Protective extension or parachute reactions

A

Displacement of COG outside supporting bae in sitting, standing

Extension/abduction of lateral extremity toward displacement to prevent falling

Sitting:
ant - 5-7 mos
lat - 6-8 mos
post - 7-8 mos
Standing - 12-14 mos

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4
Q

Equilibrium or tilting reactions

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Displacement of COG

Adjustment of tone and posture of trunk to maintain balance

Sitting - 6-8 mos
Standing - 12-14 mos

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