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What joint allows the body to use the hips to climb the stairs?
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Ball and socket:))))
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What are the five types of joints found in the human body?
*pivot joint-As the name suggests, this kind of joint permits pivotal movement of the parts of body this joined. Movement of the skull is an example. A man can turn his head from one side to the other by rotating the skull, which is joined to the backbone at its top in such a way that a pivotal movements is possible *hinge joint-This allows the movement of the part of body in one direction up or down but not sideways. Example of this joint is: knee-joint, elbow-joint, and movement of the lower jaw. *ball and socket joint-When a part is capable of making an all round movement up and down and sideways- this is possible by a joint of this kind. The leg can be moved in any direction, sideways, up and down *swivel joint- turn like a wheel on an axle. it is found between the vertebrae and the spine.
What is a hinged joint?
A hinge joint is a joint that can only move back and forth like a regular door. It allows the joint to bend and straighten, but does not rotate. An example is the elbow joint. A hinge joint is one of several types of bone joints found in the human body; it is used to connect the humerus and the ulna, which are found in the arm. More information visit the Related Link.
What type of joint is the xiphisternal joint?
the joint is a symphysis and is the region where the body of the sternum articulates with the xiphoid process
What is the single most freely movable joint in the body?
Shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint)
Which part of the body is the SI joint located?
The part of the body where the SI Joint or Sacroiliac Joint is located between the sacrum and illum of the bony pelvis and are joined by strong ligaments.
What type of joint allows you the body to use the hips to climb stairs?
ball and socket
What type of joints allows the body to use hips to climb the stairs?
Ball and socket:))))
A joint allows the body to make a wide range of movements?
A joint connects to bones and allows a range of movement that depends on what type of joint it is.
When you climb stairs do you do any work?
Yes. You perform the work of lifting your body weight a distance equivalent to the height of the stairs. This is why some older or overweight people get out of breath when climbing stairs.
What joint allows the body to use the hips?
Ball and socket.
What joint allows the body to use the hip?
Ball and socket.
Is the joint that allows you to turn a part of your body - moving the part to which it is connected?
No, muscles do that.
Where in the body would one find a ball joint?
In the shoulder and also your hip is a ball joint. A ball joint is the most mobile joints of the human body. A ball joint allows you to use your legs and arms in a lot of different directions.
When you climb up the stairs what is the energy transformation?
chemical energy (stored in the muscles of the body) turns to kinetic energy (climbing up the stairs) and then is transformed to potential energy (once you reach the top of the stairs) due to your position.
What if no one is home and you are in a wheelchair and there's a fire and you cant go down the stairs.?
If you are near a blanket/cover, take it to the stairs and lay on it. If your wheelchair is durable enough, push it own the stairs, so you can climb back in it once you reach the bottom. Place your hands on the sides of the blanket, pulling it tightly around you. Attempt to slide down the steps, keeping your body stiff and parallel with the sides of the staircase. Once you have reached the bottom of the staircase, if your chair is there climb in and escape the fire. If it is not, then use your remaining upper body strength to escape.
What is the most injured joint in the body?
Gliding joints are the most frequently used joint in your body.
What kinds of joints are there?
There are many types of joints. One is the ball and socket joint. It allows us to swing our arms in circles. Second is the hinge joint. It is found in our knee. It works like the hinge on a door. It allows our leg to move back and forth in one direction.
