Musculoskeletal system Flashcards
what is the axial skeleton?
the bones that make up the head and trunk of the body
what is the appendicular skeleton?
consists of limbs that support the trunk (appendage bones)
what are the functions of the skeleton?
support, protection, movement, blood production, storage
purpose of skeleton
supports softer tissue and provides points of attachment
long bones function
support the weight of the body and facilitate movement
short bone function
provide stability and some movements
what are cartilages?
Maintains joint motion and cushions bone against impact
what are ligaments?
connects bones of the body together
what are joints?
the point at which bones meet allowing for movement
what are tendons?
attaches muscle to bone to enable movement
what are muscles?
function to produce force and motion
what are the three types of joints?
fibrous, cartilaginous, synovial
what is flexion?
reduces the angle between two bones
what is extension?
increases the angle between bones
what is abduction?
moves away from the body
