What is Kinesiology?
what 3 things does kinesiology focus on?
chemical
structural
emotional
What is biomechanics?
the study of movement, more specifically, the movement (technique) involved in a strength exercise, or in execution of a sports skill
cartilage is composed of what?
chondrocytes and fibers embedded in a firm gel
the study of human movement
kinesiology
What are the 2 broad categories of exercise?
Aerobic Exercise (Oxygen is utilized in the energy-generating process for muscle contraction
Anaerobic Exercise (Oxygen is not utilized in the energy-generating process for muscle contraction): Exercise which uses muscles at high-intensity for shorter bursts of time
Describe the saggital axes.
Passes horizontally from posterior to anterior and is formed by the intersection of sagital and transverse planes.
what are the three parts of long bone?
epiphysis
diaphysis
metaphysis
the process after a serious injury, illness or surgery and you need to recover slowly
rehabilitation
what are the 4 basic tissues?
epithelial
muscle
connective
nervous
What are the 3 types of muscle contractions?
1. Concentric Strength.
2. Eccentric Strength.
3. Isometric Strength.
What is bone marrow? Where is it located?
spongy tissue inside of bones, contains stem cells
A specific set of attributes possessed by an individual, which allows her/him to perform physical activity with ease, and in the absence of undue fatigue
physical fitness
What 2 therapies does rehabilitation focus on?
physical and occupational
What are the 5 roles muscles play?
1. prime mover
2. assistant mover
3. antagonist
4. stabilization
5. synergy
name one arterial supply of long bone?
nutrient
periosteal
epiphysial
metaphysial
treatment procedure in which physical agents are used to maintain, restore mobility
physical therapy
Name at least 2 attributes that makes a person physically fit?
Cardiorespiratory Endurance (aerobic fitness)
Skeletal Muscle Endurance
Strength
Power
Flexibility
Balance
Movement Speed
Reactionary Time
Body Composition
Name and describe the 3 planes.
Sagittal - Lies vertically and separates the body into left and right parts.
Frontal - Lies vertically and divides the body into anterior and posterior parts.
Transverse (Horizontal) - Lies horizontally and divides the body into superior and inferior parts (top and bottom).
Describe the main differences between bone and cartilage. Atleast 3 differences
bone: hard, "ossein" matrix, possesses calcium salt, rich nerve supply
cartilage: firm, chondroitin, absent bone marrow
any restriction or lack of ability to perform a task, resulting from impairments
disability