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What parts of the body make up the lower extremities?
Fingers and toes.
What does extreme mean?
An "extremity" refers to your limbs (arms and legs). Lower extremities are your legs; upper extremities are your arms.
What are the four division of a human body?
the head, the trunk or torso, lower extremities [legs and feet] and upper extremities [arms and hands]. the head, the trunk or torso, lower extremities [legs and feet] and upper extremities [arms and hands].
Why are there compartments in the lower extremities and not the upper extremities?
Compartments in the lower extremities are necessary for weight-bearing and efficient locomotion, as they help to stabilize the leg muscles during movement. The upper extremities do not require compartments for weight-bearing and are more focused on dexterity and precision in tasks, which is why compartments are not as prevalent in that area.
What is the parts of upper and lower extremeties?
The upper parts of extremities consist of @arms @ hands The lower paras of extremities consist of @legs @feet
What is the definition of the right lower extremities?
Extremities are the extremes- fingers, hands, arms, and toes, feet, legs.
Abruptly stopping intense exercise causes blood to pool in the lower extremities?
Abruptly stopping aerobic activity can cause blood pooling in your lower extremities or making you feel lightheaded.
Which muscle is located in the lower extremities?
latissimus dorsi
How many bone in lower extremities?
21 bones
What does called an arm or leg?
Appendages and lower extremities.
What terms are used to refer to the arms and legs?
The arms are often referred to as upper limbs or upper extremities, while the legs are referred to as lower limbs or lower extremities.
What would cause fluid retention in the legs and ankles of an elderly person?
Fluid frequently collects in the lower extremities of elderly people because their heart is not able to pump the fluid adequately and it backs up. The fluid settles to the lower extremities by gravity.
