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what is anatomy? | the study of a body or organisms gross structures. |
what is physiology? | is the science and study of the functions of vital processes mechanisms and functions of an organ or system of organs |
what is kinesiology? | the scientific study of muscular activity and the anatomy physiology and mechanics of movement. |
what is histology? | is the form of microscopic anatomy. |
what is pathology? | is the study of the structral and function changes caused by disease. |
why is anatomy and physiology important to massage? | therapeutic massage directly affects the structure and function of the body, understanding the relation between structure and function increases the ability to improve function through specific touch. |
what is homeostasis and disease? | is the balance achieved in the body's internal environment. external stresses placed on the body move the body out of balance which can lead to disease. |
what are signs and symptoms of disease? | signs are scientifically observable indications of a diseased state symptoms are manifestations of the diseased state perceived by the victim of the condition. |
some signs of disease are ? | fever, abnormal heart rate or skin color sweating swelling etc. |
what is stress? | is an psychological or physical situation or condition that causes tension or strain on the body. |
true or false ? stressors can be positive or negative? | true |
what do stressors do? | the move the body away from homeostasis. |
what are some examples of positive stressors? | marriage, new job, moving to a new house etc. |
what are some examples of negative stressors? | OVER bearing boss, death in the family, divorce, injury, medical condition etc. |