Kinesiology Flashcards
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Which bony landmark serves as the insertion point for the gluteus maximus?
Answer: Iliotibial band and gluteal tuberosity
The gluteus maximus inserts into the iliotibial band and the gluteal tuberosity (linea aspera) of the femur.
What is the function of the quadratus lumborum muscle?
Answer: Laterally flexes the lumbar spine and elevates the pelvis
The quadratus lumborum laterally flexes the lumbar spine and elevates the ipsilateral ilium (hikes the hip).
The 'close-packed' position of a joint refers to the position in which:
Answer: The joint surfaces have maximum contact and ligaments are taut
In the close-packed position, joint surfaces are in maximum congruence, ligaments are taut, and the joint is most stable.
Which muscle group is primarily responsible for controlling knee flexion eccentrically when descending stairs?
Answer: Quadriceps femoris
The quadriceps femoris contracts eccentrically to control knee flexion and lower the body during stair descent.
The medial longitudinal arch of the foot is primarily supported by which structure?
Answer: Plantar fascia and tibialis posterior
The medial longitudinal arch is primarily supported passively by the plantar fascia and actively by the tibialis posterior.
A client presents with weakness in elbow flexion and forearm supination following a cervical injury. Which nerve root is most likely affected?
Answer: C6
C6 innervates the biceps brachii, making it the primary nerve root for elbow flexion and forearm supination.
Which of the following describes the role of Golgi tendon organs (GTOs) in muscle function?
Answer: They sense tension within tendons and inhibit muscle contraction when tension is excessive
GTOs are mechanoreceptors in tendons that detect excessive tension and trigger autogenic inhibition to protect the muscle-tendon unit.