Chapter 17: Lesson 2 Flashcards
1
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Neuromuscular control
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The response (conscious or unconscious) of the muscles within the body to control purposeful movement.
2
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Anterior cruciate ligament
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A key ligament within the knee joint that provides stability to limit excessive motion of the tibia relative to the femur.
3
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Systematic review
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A type of research article that synthesizes and summarizes findings from multiple existing research articles on a specific topic.
4
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Perturbation
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An alteration of the body’s current state caused by the application of an external force.
5
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Proprioceptively enriched environment
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An unstable (yet controllable) exercise environment that causes the body to use its internal balance and stabilization mechanisms.
