Massage Therapy Kinesiology & Body Mechanics 2

Question 1

Which muscle opposes and controls the action of the prime mover?

Accepted Answer

Antagonist

Answer

The antagonist muscle opposes the prime mover and eccentrically controls movement speed and range.

Question 2

Circumduction is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A cone-shaped movement combining flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction

Answer

Circumduction traces a cone shape in space and is a combination of flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction.

Question 3

The lumbopelvic-hip complex refers to:

Accepted Answer

The interrelationship of the lumbar spine, pelvis, and hip joints

Answer

The lumbopelvic-hip complex describes the functional unit formed by the lumbar spine, pelvis, and hip joints that work together during movement.

Question 4

In anatomical position, the body is:

Accepted Answer

Standing upright with palms facing forward and feet together

Answer

Anatomical position is the standard reference: body erect, palms facing anteriorly, feet slightly apart or together.

Question 5

Synergist muscles primarily function to:

Accepted Answer

Assist the prime mover and help eliminate unwanted motion

Answer

Synergists assist the prime mover and reduce unnecessary movements to make the action more efficient.

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