Open QuestionA muscle that assists an agonist by causing a like movement or by stabilizing a joint over which an agonist acts is a(n)a. antagonist,b. prime mover,c. synergist,d. agonist.
Open QuestionThe hamstring and quadriceps muscle groups are antagonists of each other, and each group is a prime mover in its own right. What action does each muscle group perform?
Open QuestionName three muscles or muscle groups used as sites for intramuscular injections. Which is most often used in babies?
Open QuestionWhile jogging, Mr. Ahmadi was forced to jump out of the way of a speeding car. He heard a snapping sound that was immediately followed by pain in his right lower calf. A gap was visible between his swollen calf and his heel, and he was unable to plantar flex that foot. What do you think happened?
Open QuestionWhy does a convergent muscle exhibit more versatility when contracting than does a parallel muscle?