lecture 1 Flashcards
when are babies are considered as term babies
38 to 42 weeks
whats a normal motor development
a development in accordance to human norms
what is a typical motor development
a group with certain characteristics
what does maturation theory explain about and what the other name for it
Also known as HIERARCHIAL MODEL, it is a theory that explains that mental and motor development of all fetuses, infants and childrens occurs in sequential manner.
what does behavioral theory imply
it imply on action reaction principle and shows that environmental conditions plays role.
dynamic theory
explains that development is not only caused by CNS but also intrinsics and extrinsic factors
extrinsic factors
diseases
culture
intrinsic factors
hereditary
gestational nutrition
what are central pattern generators CPG
are cell group that show special and rhythmic oscillation in most of vertebrae and are active without the need of peripheral input
what the other name for CPG
neural oscillators and they show spontaneous oscillation.
what is the first motor behaviors
reflexes
why motor development is necessary
-controlling body against gravity
-to keep body center of gravity within support surface
-allow inter and intra segmental movements required
what are the three parameters to rise above the prone
- pelvic stabilization
- head lifting with extensor control against G in cephalocaudal direction
- movements of upper extremities outside neonatal position
what indicates early anti-gravity control
prone head control
what a pivot prone
when a baby sleeps on stomach on surface and arm and legs extended
-usually at 5 months
- contributes to scapular and pelvic mobility
