Types of movements Flashcards
What are the types of movements seen in human body?
There are four types of movements seen in the human body
1. Amoeboid movements
2. Ciliary movements
3.Flagellar movements
4. Muscular movements
Describe Amoeboid movements
Amoeboid Movements
- Seen in Macrophages and Leucocytes
- Effected by pseudopodia formed by streaming of protoplasm
Describe Ciliary movements
Ciliary movements
- Trachea —–> Helps in removing dust and foreign particles which are accidentally inhaled
- Helps in transport of ova towards the fallopian tube
Describe Flagellar movements
Flagellar movements are seen in
-Movement of Spermatozoa
- Locomotion of protozoa(euglenas)
-Transport of water in the water canal system of sponges
What is Musculoskeletal system?
Musculoskeletal system is made up of bones, muscles and Joints
what is Orthopedics?
Orthopedics is the branch of science that deals with the problems and correction of disorders of the musculoskeletal system