Muscles Flashcards
Definition of antagonist
Whilst the prime mover contracts, this muscle relaxes to allow movement to occur
Definition of synergist
Hold the body position so that the prime mover can operate. They stop unwanted movement
Definition of fixators
Their role is to stabilise and maintain the correct position for movement to occur
Define the origin
Where the muscle attaches to the bone
Definition of insertion
Point where muscle attaches to the bone it moves
Definition of prime mover (agonist)
Responsible for the action taking place. It contracts, pulling the bone creating movement at a joint
What does a trapezius allow you to do?
Abduct at the shoulder
What does a bicep allow you to do?
Flex at the elbow
What does a tricep allow you to do?
Extend at the elbow
What does a deltoid allow you to do?
Rotate at the shoulder
What does a pectorals allow you to do?
Abduct at the shoulder
What does the abdominals allow you to do?
Flex at the hip
What does a quadricep allow you to do?
Extend at the knee
What does a latissimus dorsi allow you to do?
Adduct at the shoulder
What does a gluteus maximus allow you to do?
Extend at the hip