Ch. 17 Flashcards
1
Q
Balance
A
An even distribution of weight enabling someone to remain upright and steady
2
Q
Base of support (BoS)
A
Area of contact between body and support surface
3
Q
Center of mass (CoM)
A
Anatomical point representing the mean position of total body weight also known as the center of gravity
4
Q
Dynamic
A
Body position during active motion
5
Q
Ipsilateral
A
Belonging to or occurring on the same side of the body
6
Q
Postural adjustments
A
Strategic changes in body alignment that minimize changes in CoM during weight shifting in a variety of planes and directions
7
Q
Static
A
Body positioning without motion
8
Q
Weight shift
A
Transfer of body mass from one support I need limb or body part to another
