Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination Kinesiology 5

Question 1

Which bony landmark serves as the insertion point for the gluteus maximus?

Accepted Answer

Iliotibial band and gluteal tuberosity

Answer

The gluteus maximus inserts into the iliotibial band and the gluteal tuberosity (linea aspera) of the femur.

Question 2

What is the function of the quadratus lumborum muscle?

Accepted Answer

Laterally flexes the lumbar spine and elevates the pelvis

Answer

The quadratus lumborum laterally flexes the lumbar spine and elevates the ipsilateral ilium (hikes the hip).

Question 3

The 'close-packed' position of a joint refers to the position in which:

Accepted Answer

The joint surfaces have maximum contact and ligaments are taut

Answer

In the close-packed position, joint surfaces are in maximum congruence, ligaments are taut, and the joint is most stable.

Question 4

Which muscle group is primarily responsible for controlling knee flexion eccentrically when descending stairs?

Accepted Answer

Quadriceps femoris

Answer

The quadriceps femoris contracts eccentrically to control knee flexion and lower the body during stair descent.

Question 5

The medial longitudinal arch of the foot is primarily supported by which structure?

Accepted Answer

Plantar fascia and tibialis posterior

Answer

The medial longitudinal arch is primarily supported passively by the plantar fascia and actively by the tibialis posterior.

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