Mobemnt Anakysies Flashcards
What are the 2 types of joint movements
Physiological movement
Accessory movement
What are physiological movements
Voluntary movements
Example of physiological movements
Flexion, extension
Abduction, addiction
What are accessory movements
Involuntary movements between joint surfaces
Example of accessory movement
Spin
Roll
glide
What is meant by active insufficiency
When a muscle that passes over 2 joints can’t SHORTEN to produce full movement at both joints
What is meant by passive insufficiency
When a muscle that passes over 2 joints can’t be LENGTHENED to allow full movement at both joints
What is an agonist
Prime mover
What is an antagonist
Opposes the agonist
What is a fixator
Stabilises the proximal attachment of the agonist
What is a synergist
Improves quality and control
Prevent unwanted movement
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