HUBS191 Lecture 11: Musculoskeletal System - Complex Movements

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and definitions from the lecture on the musculoskeletal system and complex movements.

Lower limb anatomical features

Structures that allow standing with minimal energy expenditure.

Gait cycle phases

Different stages of walking, including stance and swing phases.

Agonists

Muscles that act concentrically to produce movement.

Antagonists

Muscles that act eccentrically to oppose or slow down movement.

Stabilisers

Muscles that maintain positions and stability in joints.

Line of gravity

The vertical line that indicates the direction of gravitational force acting on the body.

Bipedal standing

Standing on two legs, requiring unique anatomical adaptations for balance.

Capsular ligaments

Ligaments that stabilize the joint and change tension based on joint position.

Dorsiflexion

Movement of the ankle bringing the foot closer to the shin.

Plantarflexion

Movement of the ankle pointing the toes away from the shin.

Dynamic gait cycle

The continuous motion during walking involving coordination of multiple muscle actions.

Muscle contraction types

Different ways muscles can contract, including concentric, eccentric, and isometric.