Structure and Function of Skeletal Muscles Flashcards
0
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Define Eccentric.
A
Muscles attempt to contract but is elongated anyway.
1
Q
Define Concentric.
A
Shortening or contracting of a muscle.
2
Q
Define Isometric.
A
Muscle generates an active force while remaining immobile.
3
Q
What is another word for Proximal?
A
Origin
4
Q
What is another word for Distal?
A
Insertion
5
Q
What is another term for Origin?
A
Proximal
6
Q
What is another term for Insertion?
A
Distal
7
Q
Define Co-Contraction.
A
When the Agonist and Antagonist muscles are simultaneously activated but neither actually move.
8
Q
Define stabilizer.
A
A muscle that holds a body segment relatively stationary.
9
Q
Define Synergist.
A
Muscles that work together to perform a particular action.
