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set of nonverbal signals, including body movements, posture and facial expressions that gives expression to various physical mental and emotional status
body language
naturally occuring concave forward curve present in the thoracic region of spine when viewed from the side
kyphosis
naturally occuring convex forward curve present in the cervical and lumbar regions of the spine when viewed from the side
lordosis
also called orthostatic hypotension; fall in blood pressure associated with dizziness, syncope and blurred vision that occurs upon stading or when standing motionless in a fixed position
postural hypotension
flat position with head and feet on the same level
supine
the modified supine postion when the head is lower then the heart
trendelenburg
the study of human body measurements especially on a comparative basis
anthropometry
the feild of physiology that studies muscular actions and functions in the maintenance of the posture of the body
body mechanics
the ability to adapt to needed postural tasks, remain functionally intact, and return to the neutral posture when the demand is no longer there
dynamic postural integrity
the study of human characterics for the appropriate design of the living and work environment for the achievement of optimal performance with the lease amount of negative effects
ergonomics
muscles working together as a unit to complete a movement ot task
functional movement
methodology for development of postural habits that improve musculoskeletal efficency
movement (somatic) education
anything that puts the clinician or pt at risk
risk factor
any work pratice that improves clinician and pt safety
safe work pratices
physical, chemical or emotional factor that causes physical or mental tension and may be a factor in disease caustaion or fatigue
stress
organization of clinician as related to pt, treatment delivered, area of mouth treated
treatment process organization
term used to describe disorders of the musculosketal, autonomic and peripheral nervous system caused by repeated and forceful movements
work-related musculoskeletal disorder, repetitive strain injusry, cummulative trauma disorder, bioaccumulated stress
application to clinical procedure of time and motion studies, analysis of instruments and equipment and body mechanices to provide pt with smooth dental hygiene therapy
work simplication