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Skeletal System
The skeletal system provides definite shape and mechanical support to the body, and it also helps in movement and locomotion. Ask questions about the skeletal system and bones here.
14,490 Questions
Which bones make up your knuckle?
The knuckle is formed by the junction of the metacarpals and the proximal phalanges of the fingers.
Having an individual lie down and elevate his or her legs after breaking a bone is intended to
Why can the knee only move in one direction?
Because like the elbow, the knee is a hinge joint. It has a groove in it that keeps the movement in single plane. This makes the musculature required to articulate the joint simpler.
To move in more than one plane a joint needs either many bones in it (like the wrist), or has to be a ball and socket construction with muscles all round it to pull it in many directions (like the hip or shoulder).
What is the function of the transverse process?
The transverse process functions as the site of attachment for muscles and ligaments of the spine as well as the point of articulation of the ribs
What is an example of moving from the wrist toward the elbow?
it is moving in a proximal direction. a proximal direction is situated nearer to the center of the body or the point of attachment.
Differnece between typical and atypical?
Typical is an expected outcome; atypical would be an unexpected outcome.
What is the expected recovery period for torn knee cartilage?
It's around three months because the ligaments and the muscle tissue need time to rebuild and strengthen your knee.
What is the posterior region between the ribs and hips?
The region that is between the ribs and the hips, located on the posterior of the body, is the lumbar region.
Is it true The knee is distal to the foot?
The knee is proximal to the foot. The knee is also superior to the foot in anatomical position.
Transverse
Is it safe to be carrying your baby down on your pelvic bone at 5 months?
No there are no risks. Every woman carries their baby different. I'm 6 1/2 months pregnant and carry low too. Every morning I can barely make it out of bed because the pressure down there is painful. It's nothing to worry about! Stacey
Skeletal is to support as immune is to?
Skeletal is to support as immune is to recognition or protection
