Chapter 5 Functional Movement

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Range of motion

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The full motion possible in a joint.

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Joint capsules

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Semielastic structures, composed primarily of connective tissue, that surround major joints.

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Arthritis

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A disorder of the joints characterized by joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation.

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Soft tissues

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Tissues of the human body that include skin, fat, linings of internal organs and blood vessels, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, muscles, and nerves.

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Collagen

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White fibers that provide structure and support in connective tissue.

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Elastin

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Yellow fibers that make connective tissue flexible.

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Elastic elongation

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Temporary change in the length of muscles, tendons, and supporting connective tissues.

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Plastic elongation

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Long-term change in the length of muscles, tendons, and supporting connective tissues.

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Proprioceptor

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A nerve that sends information about the muscular and skeletal systems to the nervous system.

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Antagonist muscle

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A muscle that opposes the action of another.