Muscle System Flashcardizz for Review

Front

What is Plantar Flexion?

Back

Plantar Flexion is the movement that increases the angle between the foot and the leg, allowing the toes to point downward, as seen when standing on tiptoes.

Front

What is Rotation in terms of head movement?

Back

Rotation is the movement of turning around an axis, such as moving the head side to side to signify 'no'.

Front

Identify the trapezius muscle.

Back

The trapezius is a large muscle located in the upper back that helps in moving, rotating, and stabilizing the shoulder blade.

Front

What is Adduction?

Back

Adduction is the movement of a body part toward the midline of the body, such as bringing the thighs together when riding a horse.

Front

Identify the sartorius muscle.

Back

The sartorius is a long, thin muscle that runs down the length of the thigh and is involved in flexing, abducting, and laterally rotating the hip.

Front

What is Dorsiflexion?

Back

Dorsiflexion is the movement that decreases the angle between the dorsum (top) of the foot and the leg, such as lifting the toes towards the shin.

Front

What is the function of the latissimus dorsi muscle?

Back

The latissimus dorsi is a large muscle in the back that helps in the extension, adduction, and internal rotation of the shoulder joint.

Front

What is the role of the triceps brachii?

Back

The triceps brachii is a muscle located at the back of the upper arm that is responsible for extending the elbow.

Front

What is Circumduction?

Back

Circumduction is a circular movement of a limb that involves flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction, allowing the limb to move in a circular path.

Front

What is Pronation?

Back

Pronation is the rotation of the forearm or foot that results in the palm facing downwards or the foot rolling inward.