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Iv. Results: Figure 1 Measurement of Forearm Length
Iv. Results: Figure 1 Measurement of Forearm Length
Results
Discussioni
The result follows the theory regarding the angle and the idea of
biomechanical lever system in human motion. Movement of our arm is
based on the third class lever where the effort (or the force generated)
is located between the fulcrum and the load. Think of a forceps to
exemplify such lever.
The figure above shows the approximate length of the lever in this
experiment. Medial epicondyle is approximated to be the location of
the fulcrum; elbow joint or articulation cubiti while the middle of the
palm is approximated to be the point where the weight of the load will
act on. The point of effort is the radial tuberosity located at the radius
bone.
Barrett KE, Barman SM, Boitano S, Brooks HL. Ganongs review of medical physiology. 23rd ed. New York: Mc Graw
Hill Companies, Inc.; 2009
ii
Marieb EN, Hoehn K. Human anatomy & physiology. 7th ed. New Jersey: Benjamin Cummings; 2007. p. 230-260