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What is joint movement when you move your lower jaw forward?
When you move your lower jaw forward, the joint movement involved is primarily a combination of hinge (rotation) and sliding (translation) movements at the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This allows for the smooth opening and closing of the mouth.
What is a fibrous joint that allows little to no movement?
A fibrous joint that allows no or little movement are called as Fixed joints or Immovable joints For e.g Sutures in the skull, peg and socket joint of the teeth or syndesmosis between the lower ends of tibia and fibula
What is the point of attachment that moves the lower limbs?
The hip joint is the point of attachment that allows for movement of the lower limbs. It is a ball-and-socket joint that provides flexibility and range of motion for activities like walking, running, and jumping.
What is the medical term meaning joint between the ilium and the sacrum?
The medical term for the joint between the ilium and the sacrum is called the sacroiliac joint. It is a strong, weight-bearing synovial joint that connects the spine to the pelvis. Dysfunction of this joint can lead to lower back or buttock pain.
Which of the following is an example of a pivotal joint?
the joint that joins the skull to the first vertebra
What is your lower leg joint called?
If your referring to the knee joint it is the tibiofemoral joint.
What does it mean to extend the knee joint and how is this movement important for the overall function of the leg?
Extending the knee joint means straightening the leg by moving the lower leg away from the thigh. This movement is important for walking, running, and standing upright. It helps support the body's weight and allows for efficient movement and stability in the leg.
What is the role of the lower trap action in shoulder stability and movement?
The lower trapezius muscle helps stabilize the shoulder blade and supports proper movement of the shoulder joint. It plays a key role in maintaining good posture and preventing shoulder injuries.
What does it mean to "extend" the knee joint and how is this movement performed?
To "extend" the knee joint means to straighten the leg by increasing the angle between the thigh and the lower leg. This movement is performed by contracting the quadriceps muscles on the front of the thigh, which pull on the patellar tendon to straighten the knee.
What is the role of muscles near the SI joint in providing stability and support to the lower back and pelvis?
The muscles near the SI joint help stabilize and support the lower back and pelvis by providing strength and control during movement. They work together to maintain proper alignment and prevent excessive movement that could lead to pain or injury in the area.
How the flexor and extensor work together to move the lower wing and bend the joint between the upper and lower wing?
The flexor muscle contracts and shortens to bend the joint, moving the lower wing up towards the upper wing. The extensor muscle then relaxes to allow this movement. The coordinated action of the flexor and extensor muscles allows for controlled movement of the wings.
What is the proper name for Ankle?
The proper anatomical name for the ankle is the "talocrural joint." This joint connects the tibia and fibula of the lower leg to the talus bone of the foot, allowing for movement and stability. It is commonly referred to as the ankle joint in both medical and everyday terminology.
