Motor Learning/ Exercise Adherence Flashcards
Motor task: a task with a clear beginning and end.
Discrete
Motor task: A series of discrete movements that are combined in a particular sequence
Serial
Motor task: repetitive, uninterrupted movement that have no distinct beginning and end
Continuous
Changes are made to the task or environment between repetitions (or trials) to assist with improved learning and increased difficulty of the training
Variability
A(n) [open/closed] environment includes little variability in the environment or task while a(n) [open/closed] environment includes a variable task or variable conditions
Closed; open
Little to no movement of the individual is required for completion of the task.
Stable
Movement is a basic requirement of the task.
Mobile
Tasks are more difficult if completed while the upper extremities are involved in _____________.
Object manipulation
Stage of learning that requires conscious thought and attention to task; Should be performed in a closed environment with little variability; High rates of error in this stage of learning; Requires feedback regarding performance
Cognitive
What are the stages of motor learning?
- Cognitive
- Associative
- Autonomous
Stage of learning that is characterized by fewer errors; Active problem-solving to decrease variability and increase consistency of performance; Require less feedback related to performance
Associative
Stage of learning where the completion of the task is automatic; Individuals can dual-task while completing the task; Infrequent feedback needed
Autonomous
- level of attention needed for a task is lowest
What are some pre-practice considerations?
- Increase patient adherence by educating on the purpose of the exercise or motor task.
- Make it meaningful!
- Consider the attentional demands and stage of motor learning
- Demonstrate
- Concise verbal instruction before practicing the task
Type of practice: Practicing a portion of the motor task; Most effective during the cognitive stage of learning: i.e., Anterior weight shift during sit to stand
Part
Type of practice: Practicing the entire motor task; More effective when learning a continuous skill, such as walking or stairs
Whole
Type of practice: Rapidly improves performance through repetition of a motor task; Improved generalizability and skill retention
Blocked
Type of practice: Requires more cognitive processes, additional challenge for the patient; Improved retention of a task after patient has progressed past the cognitive stage of learning; i.e., obstacle course
Random
Type of practice: Practice of a motor task
Physical