Chapter 1 Kinesiology

The study of movement

Kinesiology

The science of internal and external forces acting on the body

Biomechanics

Movement is affected by ... ?
( 7 things )

muscle contraction
center of gravity
muscle force
external forces
internal and external moment arms
joint structure
friction

Muscle force consists of
- point of force application
- line of application
- direction
- magnitude

point of force is the exact point on object where the force is applied and line of application is the direction the force is traveling.

primary sources of force that affect body movement

gravity
skeletal muscles
external resistance
friction

The force that attracts an object toward the center of the earth

gravity

produce force on the skeletal system by active contraction and passive stretching

skeletal muscles

anything a muscle must work against to produce motion

external resistance

the resistance to movement when two structures are in contact with each other

friction

From an OT point of view, we will study kinesiology from the perspective of 3 physical sciences known as

Musculoskeletal anatomy
Neuromuscular Physiology and
Biomechanics

Human movement often involves multiple ________ and ________ connecting those ________

bony segments
Joints
segments

Bony segments and their related joints

kinetic chain
example: humerus, elbow joint, and wrist bones

bony segments related joints and skeletal muscles must work together to produce the proper _________.

movement

human movements can be ______ and ________ kinetic chain movements

open and closed

sitting and kicking your foot out is what type of kinetic chain

open

siting to standing is what type of kinetic chain

closed

sitting and opening up the door with your arm is what type of kinetic chain

open

door is closed and you move closer to the door is what type of kinetic chain

closed

The proximal end of the chain is fixed and the distal end of the chain moves. Allow for speed and freedom of movement with less stabilization

open chain movements

The distal end of the chain is fixed and the proximal end of the chain moves. Allow for power and strength due to increased stability

Closed chain movements

Most activities of daily living involve a combination of open and closed chain movements. example would be walking
the swinging of the leg is an _____ chain and the leg in contact with the ground is a _____ chain.

open
closed

Study of kinesiology cannot be done in isolation it must be viewed from an __________ perspective. It involves understanding the movements n individual performs in their daily life (ADLs). Often involves observing an individual performing various tasks in

individuals

Evolved from a belief that purposeful activity (occupation), including its interpersonal and environmental components, can help to improve an individual's functional ability or prevent dysfunction by promoting maximum functional adaptation

Occupational therapy practice

Requires us to understand the physical limitations, needs and the functional environment of the individual

Occupational Therapy

The OT practioner must view therapy more than just ROM strength and

endurance

Our primary concern for movement involves movement within the context of __________ Once this is understood, then kinesiology can be used in the assessment and treatment of an individual with movement-related difficulties

meaningful activity

Kinesiology is influenced by _________ we must look at both from a greater perspective than just strict movement and mechanical forces

biomechanics

Kinesiology and Biomechanics
- Are somewhat based on the belied system that individuals function like complex machines
- The _________ shaped the study of science medicine for centures
- The _______ came about later and made many new discoveries and theor

Mechanic
Transformative

Tends to explain phenomena only by reference to physical or biological causes.
- it separates the mind from the body
- This philosophy believes that it is not necessary for the body to understand what it is doing in order for the process to work.
- relati

Mechanistic Philosophy of Mechanism

Views the world as a dynamic system in which change is a constant opportunity for evolution and diversification
- It views the components (i.e. individuals) of a structure as part of a large and interdependent organic system

Transformative Philosophy

Routine measurements of joint motion and muscle strength were used to develop a method of evaluation and treatment
- This evolved into a set of problem-solving steps known as the

Reconstruction Model

The basis of the reconstruction model is founded on the belief that activities graded and adapted to specific muscles and joints would result in a return of

function

The reconstruction model involves increasing _______ or ________ of movement of an activity

resistance or complexity

Involves the integration of anatomy, physiology, pathology and kinesiology
- Treatment involves activities specific to Muscle and joint problems and The desired movements
- An activity is tailored to strengthen a specific muscle group, increase the moveme

Orthopedic model

Focuses on the study of specific motions required in an occupation
- Kinetic analysis should be based on actual observation of
an experienced worker using proper body mechanics
- Involves the analysis of activity in terms of anatomy,
physiology, pathology

Kinetic Model

- Restore function
-- By use of adaptive equipment or compensatory exercise techniques
- Develop coordination, motor skills and work tolerance
- Preventing negative psychological reactions

Goals of Kinetic Model

OT models, based on biomechanics, have helped OT practitioners to do the following
- Outline and define _______ problems
- Develop exercises and activities that restore and
maintain _________
- Design and fabricate adaptive equipment to meet functional ac

musculoskeletal
function
musculoskeletal

These models
- Emphasizes the mechanics of the musculoskeletal system
- Does not address the cognitive, emotional and social aspects of human occupation

Biomechanics

These models
- Considers the psychological aspects of movement
- Fails to balance the performance components of individual function with the environment in which a person operates

Kinesiology

Occupational Therapists must incorporate biomechanics
with kinesiology and understand how to integrate both into an individual's

functional environment

This model involves developing a therapy intervention plan to improve function in meaningful activity, not just correcting deficiencies of specific body parts

Rehabilitation Model

The OT Intervention Process Model identifies four domains of function
Level of
Level of
Degree of
Degree of
- this can help provide a broader range for understanding motor and processing skills

independence
effort
efficiency
safety

Occupational Therapists use kinesiology to
- Design and modify ______
- Evaluate _____ of home and work environments
- Create _______ activities and exercise programs

adaptive equipment
safety
therapeutic