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Kinesiology Glossary

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Anatomy

Central Nervous System (CNS)

Made up by the brain and spinal cord.

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Cervcal

Neck region of the spine.

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Connective Tissue

Tissues that make up bone, cartilage, fat, blood and lymph.

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Hormone

A regulatory substance produced in an organism and transported in tissue fluids such as blood or sap to stimulate specific cells or tissues into action.

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Ligament

Srtong fibrous collagen tissue that attaches bone to bone.

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Lumbar

Region of the body associated with the lower back.

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Lymphatic System

A network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials. The primary function of the lymphatic system is to transport lymph, a fluid containing infection-fighting white blood cells, throughout the body.

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Lymphocyte

White blood cells.

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Motoneurons

Nerve cells that connect the central nervous system to the muscles (glands or other organs as well).

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Occiput

Posterior portion of the skull.

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