Endocrine System Flashcards
1
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Endocrine system function (3)
A
- makes hormones
- regulates hormones
- directs hormones
2
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Endocrine system components (8)
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- Hypothalamus
- Pituitary
- Pineal
- Thyroid - Parathyroid
- Thymus
- Pancreas
- Adrenals
- Ovaries or Testes
3
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Benefits of massage on endocrine system (3)
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- By stimulating general circulation, massage helps to improve the transport of hormones throughout the body.
- can normalize endocrine activity because it balances the autonomic nervous system.
- can stimulate the pituitary gland which can release endorphins and decrease pain.