musculature

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musculature

1. the arrangement of muscles in an organ or part

2. the total muscular system of an organism

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This accomplishes both aspects of muscle coordination: contraction of the anterior musculature and lengthening of the posterior musculature.

On site physical therapy

An objective test of the pelvic floor musculature has long been needed, said Dr.

New test allows assessment of pelvic floor musculature

Both of these work the quadriceps and hip musculature as well as provide aerobic training."

Getting the most out of this ski season

Injecting genes to block myostatin [a substance that curbs muscle growth] could help not only those with muscular dystrophy but also anyone suffering the routine loss of musculature that comes with aging.

The challenge of gene therapy

The curve of his musculature and honey tone of his skin are perfectly conveyed.This David is a perfect Michaelangelo.

Your view: He's not the only one who can kip; Comment OF THE DAY

Emphasis is placed upon understanding of musculature, hair, feathers and other physical features.

Animal Drawing and Anatomy

The corpses include an eight-months-pregnant woman with her womb open, revealing her perfectly formed baby; a female runner with her musculature pulled away from her skeleton to suggest the body in motion; a man with his brain exposed playing chess; and two riders on horseback, all three bodies completely flayed with muscle fully exposed.

Mengele's legacy

One can admire the glistening musculature of these academic weight-lifters.

Shakespeare and Sexuality. (Reviews)

The book is organized by anatomical systems--skeletal, circulatory, musculature, etc.--and it contains several glossaries, pronunciation guides, case studies, and detailed illustrations.

Anatomy for the Legal Profession: A Clinical Atlas with Case Studies

When treating patients with residual ankle symptoms after an inversion ankle sprain (IAS), rehabilitation efforts are typically geared toward addressing deficits at the ankle joint and surrounding musculature. It has been suggested that the antalgic walking pattern and decrease in activity associated with ankle pain may lead to weakness of the hip musculature.

Isometric hip muscle strength of subjects with residual symptoms following inversion ankle sprain

Recommendations for speech therapy services to strengthen musculature on one side were made.

Manifestations, Treatment Implications and Speech-Language Consideration in Gorlin Syndrome: A Case Study

This procedure helps the patient appropriately identify and isolate the pelvic floor musculature. The biofeedback group received additional assistance to help them identify and discriminate what musculature needs to be strengthened.

Comparison of Behavior Therapy Methods for Urinary Incontinence Following Prostate Surgery: A Pilot Study