Exam 3 Flashcards
Which theory suggests that development of motor control relates to the level of integration of the nervous system and the level of neural functioning corresponds to the level of reflex and motor skill development.
Hierarchic Theory
What are the CNS levels of integration in order from first developed to last developed?
-Spinal Cord
-Brain Stem
-Mid-Brain
-Cortical
What are the levels of Reflex Development in order from first developed to last developed?
- Phasic Primitive Reactions
-Postural Tonic Reflexes
-Righting Reactions
-Equilibrium Reactions
What are the levels of Positional Motor Development in order from first developed to last developed?
-Prone/Supine
-Prone/Supine
-Crawling/Sitting
-Standing/Walking
What is the difference to De-cerebrate and De-corticate Regidity?
-De-cerebrate Rigidity happens when there is a lesion to the cerebrum, reverting the patient back to Brainstem level reflexes
-De-corticate Rigidity happens when there is a lesion to the cortex, reverting the patient back to Midbrain level reflexes
What are the Stages of Motor Control?
-Mobility: the ability to move
-Stability: the ability to be stable
-Controlled Mobility: the ability to be stable while moving
-Skill: Highly coordinated movement
Which theory suggests that several systems working together achieve motor control
-A complex interaction of several systems
-Posture and movement are self-organizing
-Use of feedback provides self-control of movement
The Systems Theory
What are the 7 Components of the Postural Control System?
-Limits of stability
-Environment adaptation
-Musculoskeletal system
-Predictive central set
-Motor coordination
-Eye-head stabilization
-Sensory organization
What are “Limits of Stability” in terms of Postural Control
Boundaries of the base of support
What are “Limits of Stability” in terms of Postural Control
Boundaries of the base of support
What does the Musculoskeletal System have to do with Postural Control?
It provides the infrastructure for movement
What is “Predictive Central Set” in terms of Postural Control
Postural readiness for movement
What does Motor Coordination have to do with Postural Control
It is the ability to sequence a motor response
What does Eye-Head Stabilization have to do with Postural Control
It is the ability to take in visual information while moving
What is “Sensory Organization” in terms of Postural Control
It is the interaction between all senses to influence movement
What is the difference between the Hierarchical Theory and the Systems Theory?
Hierarchical Theory:
-states that one level of motor development must function before the next level of motor development functions
-Does not explain how we create movement
-Does not explain how we store movement
-Does not explain the role of feedback and feedforward mechanisms
-Does not explain environmental influences on movement
Systems Theory:
-states that if one system fails, it will affect all other systems when controlling movement
What are the 3 Systems which are responsible for Sway Strategies, contribute to postural control, provide feedback about current environment, and contribute to “schema” for anticipated movement?
-Visual
-Vestibular
-Somatosensory
Which theory suggests there is an “open loop” motor program that uses abstract memory to prepare the body for a specific movement?
-muscle commands are pre-programmed
-feedback may not be needed unless external or internal conditions change
Schmidt’s Schema Theory
What are the steps in which Schmidt’s Schema Theory suggests people motor plan?
The person analyzes:
-Initial conditions: what is going on now
-Past outcomes: similar experiences in memory
-Desired outcomes: what would you like to happen
What are “Expected Sensory Consequences”?
A person’s expectation that repeating a past movement which resulted in a specific outcome will hopefully result in a similar outcome again.
What happens if a person realizes, through feedback, that there Expected Sensory Consequences did not match up with the Actual Outcome?
Their brain will make an adjustment to the motor program
What is the difference between Feed-forward and Feedback Mechanisms?
-Feedback: the information gathered during or after the movement which lets the person know if they are performing or did perform the movement correctly
-Feed-forward: the initial motor planning of how the person is going to perform the movement
What is the difference between the Open Loop and Closed Loop Theorys?
Open Loop: Adjustments are made after the movement is accomplished
-Mostly for quick movements or skills
Closed Loop: Adjustments are made while the movement is being performed
Definition: Ability of the brain to reorganize its structure
Neuroplasticity
What does “Use it or Lose it” mean in terms of neuroplasticity?
Failure to stimulate brain function can lead to functional degradation
What does “Use it and Improve it” mean in terms of neuroplasticity?
Training targeting a specific brain function can help enhance that function.
What does “Specificity” mean in terms of neuroplasticity?
-Nature of training dictates nature of plasticity
-Task-oriented will have greater effect on neuroplasticity
-e.g., to work on grasping, use everyday items like fruit or utensils, instead of weights or gym equipment
What does “Repetition” mean in terms of neuroplasticity?
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What does “Repetition” have to do with neuroplasticity?
-VERY IMPORTANT for neuroplasticity
-The more you practice something, the better you get at it
What does “Intensity” have to do with neuroplasticity?
-It has a major effect on the induction of neuroplasticity
-High intensity strengthens synaptic response and vise versa
What does “Intensity” have to do with neuroplasticity?
-It has a major effect on the induction of neuroplasticity
-High intensity strengthens synaptic response and vice versa
What does “Saliency/Attention” mean in terms of neuroplasticity?
The more engaged the patient is with the activity, the more positive neural reorganization will occur
What does “Age” have to do with neuroplasticity?
-Neuroplasticity is greater in younger patients
-Cortical map re-organization declines with age
What does “Transference” mean in terms of neuroplasticity?
Transferability of exercises to desired functional movement helps with neuroplasticity.
-e.g., having a pt. do bridges to strengthen muscles used for sit to stands
What factors influence neuroplasticity?
-Injury/disease
-Activity/practice
-Sleep
-Attention/Arousal
-Mood/stress
-Exercise
-Pharmacologic Interventions
-Cardiovascular Exercise
-Brain stimulation
-Nutrition
-Age
What is “Priming” in terms of neuroplasticity and what are the different methods of priming?
Priming is a type of implicit learning wherein a stimulus prompts a change in behavior. (Something to get the pt. ready for exercise or treatment)
-Active-passive bilateral therapy: Pt. actively moves strong side, while PTA moves week side (supine alternating heel slides to simulate walking
-Aerobic exercise: E.g., warm up on bike
-Sensory stimulation: E.g., bouncing on a ball to give pt. sensation of weight bearing through feet
-Nerve stimulation: to wake up nerves
Definition: Control of posture and movement
Motor Control
Definition: Acquisition of skill through maturation of control systems
Motor Development
Definition: Process that brings about a permanent change in performance as a result of practice or experience
Motor Learning
Definition: The process by which a learner develops a set of motor responses into an integrated, organized movement pattern
Skill
Spatial Skill vs. Temporal Skill
-Spatial: correct muscles are recruited
-Temporal: correct timing of the movement response
Definition: The learned capability for reproducing something
Memory
What is the meaning of Registration Function in terms of neuroplasticity?
External and internal stimuli detected and coded