Human musculoskeletal system

Cartilaginous: These joints occur where the connection between the articulating bones is made up of cartilage for example between vertebrae in the spine. Synovial Joints Synovial: Synovial joints are by far the most common classification of joint within the human body. There are 6 types of synovial joints which are classified by the shape of the joint and the movement available. 6 different types of synovial joints: Hinge: A hinge joint is a common class of synovial joint that includes the…

Duchenne Muscle Dystrophy Introduction: “Muscular Dystrophy is a group of muscle diseases that weaken the musculoskeletal system. Muscle Dystrophies are characterized by muscle weakness, defects in muscle proteins and the death of muscle cells and tissue. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is one of many types found and it passed down through the X chromosome. DMD is one of the most common muscle diseases found in early childhood. 1 in 3500 boys are born with DMD however very rarely affects girls…

The head and neck are part of the body that is very important integrating several systems. A lot of vital activities like eating, drinking, seeing, hearing and breathing are done through the head structures. When the nurse assess those the head and the neck it is s assessing several systems at the same time. The eyes are located in the orbital cavities of the skull is an important part of the head and its function is essential to perform different activities. The ears are one of the structures…

The human body is composed of eleven major systems that all work together to hold a stable internal environment: homeostasis. Each system consists of different organs that all play important roles in maintaining homeostasis. The circulatory, respiratory and renal systems greatly affect each other in the keeping of the internal environment. Homeostasis is defined as the tendency of an organism or a cell to regulate its internal conditions, usually by a system of feedback controls, so as to…

identification of a boundary-maintaining entity or process” (p.7). A number of systems were noted and intertwined within the movie. Within each system, a different side of the individual was portrayed. Systems theory “describes human behavior in terms of complex systems. It is premised on the idea that an effective system is based on individual needs, rewards, expectations, and attributes of the people living in the system. According to this theory, families, couples, and organization members…

in concern with the understanding of relations among humans and other essentials of a system. It is the profession that applies theory, principle, data, and means to a design in order to enhance human well-being and overall system performance. Human factors and ergonomics are involved in the proper use between the user, equipment, and their environment. The proper use prevents recurring strain injuries and other musculoskeletal disorders. Human factors and ergonomics take into account the…

for the body’s posture have the greatest endurance of all the muscles as they constantly hold the body up without being tired. Another function of muscles is the control of body heat. Small muscle contractions cause the natural body heat which in humans is 37⁰. When a person exerts themselves more than normal the extra muscle contractions lead to a rise in body temperature and causes sweating. Lastly, a function of muscles is the movement of substances. The cardiac and smooth muscles within the…

with a holistic approach in order gain an all-inclusive perspective. Specifically, the following factors will be addressed in the assessment: biological, neurobiological, psychological, social, and the developmental aspects of Emma. Further, the systems theory and the ecological perspective will be employed as methods of explaining presenting issues of the case. Presenting Problems As noted in the case study, Emma was referred to the Family Services Agency by her pediatrician for further…

questions, and explore the complex systems. Archetypes are not used to dictate behavior but to leverage them. Learning to see structures within which we operate begins a process of freeing ourselves from previously unseen forces and ultimately mastering the ability to work with them and change them (Senge, 2006). Systems archetypes or generic structures embody the key to learning to see structures in our personal and organizational lives (Senge, 2006). The systems archetypes reveal an…

Relational Systems Relational systems are the relationships formed between workmates in an organization when they coordinate their tasks, goals, and missions. Moreover, they pertain to the human system, as they are composed of individuals moving towards or away from one other. In fact, they tend to form patterns while interacting or drifting from each other (Kahn, Barton, & Fellows, 2013). Relational systems are also a way through which objectives in an organization are accomplished. Furthermore…