Lymphatic and endocrine system Flashcards
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Lymphatic system
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Network of vessels transporting lymph from tissue fluids to the bloodstream
2
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Lymphatic functions
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- Filter fluids to prevent infection
- Absorbs lipids from tissues to blood stream
- Produce white blood cells
3
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Functions of lymph node
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- Slows down lymph flow
- Filters 99% of foreign materials
- Produces lymphocytes during infection
4
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Lymph movement is aided by…
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- Non-return valves
- Smooth muscle wall
- Skeletal muscle action
5
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Effects of massage on lymphatic system
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- Improve drainage from system
- Increase removal rate
- Flushing effect within vessels as lymph is pushed towards lymph nodes
6
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Endocrine system
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Produce and release chemical messages (hormones) to communicate information
- Detects changes in the body
- Controls organ and tissue function
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Role of hormones
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- Regulate chemical composition and volume of fluids within the body
- Regulate metabolism and energy balance
- Regulate contration of smooth and cardiac muscle
- Regulate immune system, growth and development
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Effects of massage on endocrine system
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- Promotes sleep and well-being
- Reduce effects of stress
- Reduce anxiety and perception of pain
- Promotes digestion, increased immune function and tissue repair
