CMP Kinesiology & Biomechanics

Question 1

Which plane of motion divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections?

Accepted Answer

Frontal (coronal) plane

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Sagittal plane

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Transverse plane

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Oblique plane

Question 2

What term describes the movement of a limb away from the midline of the body?

Accepted Answer

Abduction

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Adduction

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Flexion

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Circumduction

Question 3

Which muscles are primarily responsible for hip extension during walking?

Accepted Answer

Gluteus maximus and hamstrings

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Hip flexors and rectus femoris

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Quadriceps and sartorius

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Tibialis anterior and peroneals

Question 4

What is the primary function of synergist muscles?

Accepted Answer

To assist the prime mover in performing a movement

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To oppose the prime mover

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To produce the majority of joint stabilization

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To initiate movement before the agonist fires

Question 5

In muscle anatomy, the term 'origin' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The proximal and relatively fixed attachment point

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The distal and more movable attachment point

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The belly or midpoint of the muscle

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The tendon connecting muscle to bone at the insertion

Question 6

Which type of muscle contraction occurs when the muscle generates tension while lengthening under load?

Accepted Answer

Eccentric contraction

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Concentric contraction

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Isometric contraction

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Isotonic contraction

Question 7

Which body mechanics position best protects a massage therapist's lower back during table work?

Accepted Answer

Wide stance with slightly bent knees and a straight, neutral spine

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Bent forward at the waist with knees locked

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Feet parallel and close together for stability

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Twisted torso with one foot forward to increase reach