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Which term describes a body part that is closer to the center of the body than another?
Which term describes a body part that is closer to the center of the body than another?
- Lateral
- Distal
- Anterior
- Proximal (correct)
What movements are primarily allowed in the sagittal plane?
What movements are primarily allowed in the sagittal plane?
- Inversion and eversion
- Rotational movements
- Side bends and lateral raises
- Flexion and extension (correct)
Which of the following movements occurs in the frontal plane?
Which of the following movements occurs in the frontal plane?
- Walking forward
- Shoulder presses
- Vertical jumps
- Side shuffle (correct)
Which plane divides the body into upper and lower parts?
Which plane divides the body into upper and lower parts?
Which action is an example of movement primarily in the transverse plane?
Which action is an example of movement primarily in the transverse plane?
What is the correct anatomical term associated with a joint that allows limited movement?
What is the correct anatomical term associated with a joint that allows limited movement?
Which anatomical term is used to describe a position further from the trunk of the body?
Which anatomical term is used to describe a position further from the trunk of the body?
Which of the following is primarily classified as an anterior movement?
Which of the following is primarily classified as an anterior movement?
What movement is characterized by moving a limb toward the midline of the body?
What movement is characterized by moving a limb toward the midline of the body?
In anatomical terms, how is the elbow joint described in relation to the phalanges?
In anatomical terms, how is the elbow joint described in relation to the phalanges?
What anatomical term describes the relationship of a body part closer to the trunk than another part?
What anatomical term describes the relationship of a body part closer to the trunk than another part?
Which type of joint allows for gliding movements?
Which type of joint allows for gliding movements?
Which types of anatomical movements involve increasing the angle between two body parts?
Which types of anatomical movements involve increasing the angle between two body parts?
What is necessary for joints to remain healthy?
What is necessary for joints to remain healthy?
Which type of joint is characterized by an oval-shaped end fitting into an elliptical cavity?
Which type of joint is characterized by an oval-shaped end fitting into an elliptical cavity?
In which anatomical plane do flexion and extension primarily occur?
In which anatomical plane do flexion and extension primarily occur?
Which of the following joints is classified as a saddle joint?
Which of the following joints is classified as a saddle joint?
What defines a distal relationship between structures in the body?
What defines a distal relationship between structures in the body?
What does the term 'anterior' refer to in anatomical terminology?
What does the term 'anterior' refer to in anatomical terminology?
Which term describes a structure that is closer to the head of the body?
Which term describes a structure that is closer to the head of the body?
In anatomical terms, which of the following would be considered 'lateral'?
In anatomical terms, which of the following would be considered 'lateral'?
What does the term 'superficial' indicate in anatomical terminology?
What does the term 'superficial' indicate in anatomical terminology?
Which term is used to describe a position further away from the midline?
Which term is used to describe a position further away from the midline?
When referring to the relationship between two limbs, what does 'proximal' mean?
When referring to the relationship between two limbs, what does 'proximal' mean?
Which of the following terms refers to a structure that is situated away from the body's surface?
Which of the following terms refers to a structure that is situated away from the body's surface?
What does 'inferior' signify in anatomical terms?
What does 'inferior' signify in anatomical terms?
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Study Notes
Anatomical Terminology
- Distal: Refers to a position further away from a reference point, e.g., phalanges are more distal than the elbow joint.
- Proximal: Indicates a position closer to a reference point.
Planes of Movement
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Sagittal Plane: Divides the body into left and right halves, facilitating forward and backward movements (flexion/extension).
- Examples: Lunges, squats, vertical jumps, walking.
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Frontal Plane: Divides the body into front and back sections, allowing lateral movements.
- Examples: Lateral raises, side lunges, adduction, abduction.
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Transverse Plane: Divides the body into upper and lower parts, enabling rotational movements.
- Examples: Spinal rotation, internal/external limb rotation, horizontal abduction/adduction.
Standard Anatomical Position
- Body stands upright, facing forward, with legs parallel to each other.
Key Anatomical Terms
- Anterior: Refers to the front surface of the body.
- Posterior: Indicates the back side of the body.
- Medial: Toward the midline of the body.
- Lateral: Away from the midline, towards the side.
- Superior: Toward the head (upper part).
- Inferior: Away from the head (lower part).
- Superficial: Nearer to the surface.
- Deep: Further from the surface.
Synovial Joints
- Types of Synovial Joints: Total of 6 types, including:
- Gliding Joints: Found in carpals and tarsals, allow sliding movements.
- Ellipsoid Joints: Such as the wrist joints (radiocarpal), permit movement in multiple directions.
- Saddle Joints: Found in the thumbs, allow for oppositional movements.
Joint Health Factors
- Key elements for joint health include:
- Space: Ensures proper movement without restriction.
- Lubrication: Essential to reduce friction and wear on joints, achieved through movement.
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