Unit: Skeleton and Muscles
Health of Muscular and Skeletal Systems
Describe and compare the properties of the skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscle in terms of both structure and functions (you could present your work in a table). (2.1)
Produce an explanation of how antagonistic muscles bring about extension and flexion of the elbow or knee joint. You may wish to include diagrams. (Word Count: 250 words approx.) (2.2)
Explain the sliding filament hypothesis of skeletal muscle contraction as a step by step process. Remember to explain terminology. Include diagrams to support your explanation.
(2.1)
Poor posture can affect health in many ways. Describe how bad posture can affect the muscular and skeletal systems (250 words approx.) (3.1)
Choose ONE of the following conditions and outline its causes, symptoms, treatment and, where appropriate, prevention (300 words approx.) (3.3)
Osteoporosis
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Achondroplasia
Rickets
Produce an information sheet/poster, aimed at healthcare professionals, on how to use correct lifting techniques.
You must include an explanation of how poor lifting techniques can affect muscular and skeletal systems (1 A4 side only) (3.2).
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