ART ART Anatomy & Biomechanics 2

Question 1

What term describes movement of a limb toward the body's midline?

Accepted Answer

Adduction

Answer

Adduction is movement of a body segment toward the midline of the body.

Question 2

During normal gait, when does maximum hip extension occur?

Accepted Answer

At terminal stance

Answer

Maximum hip extension occurs at terminal stance as the body moves forward over the stance limb.

Question 3

Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior halves?

Accepted Answer

Frontal plane

Answer

The frontal (coronal) plane divides the body into anterior and posterior portions.

Question 4

What is the primary biomechanical role of the thoracolumbar fascia?

Accepted Answer

Force transmission between upper and lower extremities

Answer

The thoracolumbar fascia transmits forces between the upper and lower extremities, supporting spinal stability.

Question 5

Which muscle is the primary stabilizer for patellar tracking at the knee?

Accepted Answer

Vastus medialis oblique

Answer

The vastus medialis oblique (VMO) provides medial pull on the patella and is critical for patellar tracking.

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