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acyclic [ā′sik·lik] (botany) Having flowers arranged in a spiral instead of a whorl. (mathematics) A transformation on a set to itself for which no nonzero power leaves an element fixed. A chain complex all of whose homology groups are trivial. (physics) Continually varying without a regularly repeated pattern. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Compare this to an open-chain kinetic activity, where the distal aspect of the extremity is not fixed, as in the case of non-weight bearing leg extension. The objectives for this case include analyzing her training schedule, differentiating between a bone scan and radiograph, and comparing the physiological effects produced by aquatic closed-chain and open-chain exercises. Several chapters are devoted to different rehabilitation concepts that are presented in the context of knee ligament rehabilitation, including manual therapy, aquatic therapy, closed- and open-chain exercise (including isokinetics), plyometrics, the functional progression of exercise, proprioception and balance training and testing, and core stabilization training. |
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