GC Anatomy & Physiology for Gyrotonic Practice 3

Question 1

Which movement term describes rotation of the forearm so that the palm faces posteriorly (downward when the arm is at the side)?

Accepted Answer

Pronation

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Supination

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Lateral rotation

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Abduction

Question 2

The transversus abdominis, critical for spinal stabilization in Gyrotonic practice, primarily functions to:

Accepted Answer

Increase intra-abdominal pressure and stabilize the lumbar spine

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Flex the spine forward

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Laterally flex the trunk

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Flex the hip joint

Question 3

The lumbar spine, which undergoes significant loading during Gyrotonic exercises, consists of how many vertebrae?

Accepted Answer

5

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4

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6

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7

Question 4

What anatomical term describes the normal inward (anteriorly concave) curve of the lumbar spine when viewed from the side?

Accepted Answer

Lordosis

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Kyphosis

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Scoliosis

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Hyperkyphosis

Question 5

Which joint type allows for the greatest range of multidirectional movement, making it relevant to understanding the hip and shoulder in Gyrotonic practice?

Accepted Answer

Ball-and-socket joint

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Hinge joint

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Pivot joint

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Gliding joint

Question 6

Range of motion (ROM) at a joint is influenced by which combination of factors?

Accepted Answer

Joint structure, surrounding soft tissue, and muscle flexibility

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Only the structural shape of the joint surfaces

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Only the strength of muscles crossing the joint

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Only the client's age

Question 7

In Gyrotonic practice, instructors frequently reference 'neutral spine.' What does this position refer to?

Accepted Answer

The position in which the spine's natural curves are maintained without exaggeration or flattening

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Complete spinal flexion with all curves flattened

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Maximum spinal extension with exaggerated curves

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A completely flat back with no curves