alignment Flashcards

(6 cards)

1
Q

alignment is…

A

the correct placement of the skeleton

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2
Q

why is it important

A

it allows you to move with efficiency, safety, balance, strength and prevents injury

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3
Q

what happens when a body part is out of alignment

A

other body parts compensate

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4
Q

what are the 3 main body weights

A

skull
thoracic region
pelvis

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5
Q

what is an anterior tilt

A

of the pelvis

tail bone/bottom up/outwards

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6
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what is a posterior tilt

A

of the pelvis

tail bone/bottom in/down

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