Anatomical terms of muscle
Anatomical Terms of Muscle
The Anatomical Terms of Muscle (pronunciation: /əˈnætəmɪkəl tɜːmz ɒv ˈmʌsəl/) are specific terms used to describe various aspects of muscles in the human body. These terms are derived from etymology that is largely based on Latin and Greek languages.
Origin
The Origin (pronunciation: /ˈɔːrɪdʒɪn/) of a muscle is the point of attachment that remains relatively stationary during muscle contraction. The term originates from the Latin word "oriri" which means "to rise".
Insertion
The Insertion (pronunciation: /ɪnˈsɜːrʃən/) of a muscle is the point of attachment that moves during muscle contraction. The term is derived from the Latin word "inserere" which means "to insert".
Belly
The Belly (pronunciation: /ˈbɛli/) of a muscle is the fleshy part of the muscle that contracts. The term comes from the Old English word "belg" which means "bag".
Tendon
A Tendon (pronunciation: /ˈtɛndən/) is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone. The term is derived from the Latin word "tendere" which means "to stretch".
Fascia
Fascia (pronunciation: /ˈfæʃə/) is a band or sheet of connective tissue, primarily collagen, beneath the skin that attaches, stabilizes, encloses, and separates muscles and other internal organs. The term is derived from the Latin word "fascia" which means "band".
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- Medical encyclopedia article on Anatomical terms of muscle
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