Download ITEC Diploma in Body Massage MUSCULAR SYSTEM

ITEC Diploma in Body Massage
MUSCULAR SYSTEM
1. Describe in detail the structure and function of a ligament, tendon and
fascia.
2. Use an image to describe the planes of movement. Sagittal, Coronal and
Transverse. Include reference to the terms
▪ Proximal ▪ Distal ▪ Superficial ▪ Deep ▪ Ipsilateral ▪ Contralateral
▪ Parietal ▪ Visceral
3. Describe the structure and function of the following types of muscle:
a. Voluntary muscle
b. Involuntary muscle
c. Cardiac muscle
4. What do we mean by the terms:a. Origin of a muscle;
b. Insertion of a muscle;
c. Agonist;
d. Antagonists.
5. What are the causes of muscle tension and fatigue?
6. What does the term “muscle tone” mean?
7. What is an a) isometric contraction and b) isotonic contraction?
8. Describe the process involved in muscle contraction (ie how do they
work?) and what source of energy they need to contract. What are the byproducts of muscular activity?
8. List and describe at least 6 conditions of the muscular system.
9. Provide detailed and labelled images showing the anterior and posterior
muscles of the body. Superficial and deep.