Month: August 2020
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Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG)
A graphic record of the electrical activity and heart beat pattern. Tracing that provides a graphic illustration of the electrical current generated by excitation of the heart muscle. A test to record the electrical processes originating within the heart, such as heartbeat, and to assess heart problems. The test involves electrodes, or leads, attached to…
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Eccentric contraction
Muscle lengthens while contracting, developing tension as when the muscles oppose the force of gravity. A dynamic muscle contraction that produces tension (force) while lengthening. A muscle contraction in which the muscle gradually lengthens while combating the pull of gravity. Eccentric contraction is one in which the muscle lengthens as it is contracted. Eccentric contraction…
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Diathrodial (synovial)
Freely moveable joint with movement limited only by ligaments, muscles, tendons and adjoining bones.
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Cueing
Verbal technique using small words or phrases that describe upcoming exercises or body alignment positions. Providing clues or evidence to ensure that a person responds to a stimulus.
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Concentric contraction
Isotonic movement in which the muscle shortens. A dynamic muscle contraction that produces tension during shortening. A muscle contraction in which the muscle shortens while overcoming resistance. Concentric contraction is one in which the muscle shortens as it is contracted. When a muscle shortens as it overcomes resistance. For example, the biceps muscle contracts concentrically…
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Carotid pulse
Pulse located on the carotid artery down from the corner of the eye, just under the jawbone; used for taking heart rate. The beating of the heart felt in the carotid artery located to the side of the larynx. A pulse felt in the carotid artery at the side of the neck. Systolic pulsation felt…
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Calisthenic exercises
Part of a workout that emphasizes specific muscular work, utilizing resistance.
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Bursa
A fluid-filled sac or cavity, located in the tissue at points of pressure or friction, mainly around joints. A small, fluid-filled sac beneath the tendons in such areas as the knees, elbows, or shoulders that helps to protect the joints. A small sac of fluid located between tendon and bone that reduces friction and facilitates…
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Bulemia
A psychological eating disorder characterized by food gorging then induced vomiting after eating, as a means of weight control.
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Bronchus
One of two large passageways between trachea and the lungs. One of the main branches of the trachea carrying air into the lungs. One of the two air passages leading from the trachea into the lungs, where they split into many bronchioles. Bronchi, one of the two large channels that lead from the trachea to…