Chapter 5 Human Movement Science Flashcards
Where is Superior?
Positioned above a point of reference
Where is Inferior?
Positioned below a point of reference
Where is Proximal?
Positioned nearest the center of the body, or point of reference
Where is Distal?
Positioned farthest from the center of the body, or point of reference
Where is Anterior (or Ventral)?
On the front of the body
Where is Posterior (or Dorsal)?
On the back of the body
Where is Medial?
Positioned near the middle of the body
Where is Lateral?
Positioned toward the outside of the body
Where is Contralateral?
Positioned on the opposite side of the body
Where is Ipsilateral
Positioned on the same side of the body
What is Anatomic Position?
The position of the body erect with the arms at the sides and the palms forward. The anatomic position if of importance in anatomy because it is the position of reference for anatomic nomenclature
What is the Sagittal plane?
An imaginary bisector that divides the body into left and right halves
What is Flexion?
A bending movement in which the relative angle between two adjacent segments decreases
What is Extension?
A straightening movement in which the relative angle between two adjacent segments increases
What is Hyperextension?
Extension of a joint beyond the normal limit or range of motion
Where is the Frontal Plane?
An imaginary bisector that divides the body into front and back halves
What is Abduction?
A movement in the frontal plane away from the midline of the body
