Motor Coordination and motor control
Define motor coordination
the ability to perform smooth, accurate, controlled motor responses
How do you select appropriate intensity?
take into consideration speed, distance, direction, timing, muscular tension
Theory that control is organized top down
Hierarchical
What theory prioritizes adaptability?
Ecological
Rood treatment techniques
Motor control - Reflex theory
Systems involved in coordination
Cerebellum
Vestibular system
Motor system
Flexibility/ROM
Deep sensations
Vision
Repetition exercise principles
Constant repetition of a few motor activities
High repetition of precise movements
Theory dependent upon intensity
Motor Progams Theory
What theory would incorporate all systems in the evaluation?
Systems Theory
Application of ice, brushing, tapping, handling and facilitation are all treatment guidelines
Motor Programs
Define motor control
Movement is a complex task, which arises from an interplay between the individual, task, and environment
When would you use various inputs?
When training new movements
Theory that says actions require perceptual information
Ecological Theory
What would training focus on if targeting reflex theory?
Gait training
Dynamic Action theory
Name and describe what motor coordination is dependent on
volition - initiate, maintain, or stop activity
perception - integrating sensory feedback
engram - changes in neural tissue represent memory
Tests to measure motor coordination
Finger-to-nose, heel-to-shin, Romberg
Theory that eliminates the need for a higher command center
Dynamic Action
Teach patients correct rules of action
Motor Programs
Buttoning a shirt, using a computer mouse, and catching a ball are all exercises to target:
motor coordination