Spinal Functions
(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France Abstract The spine is a complex biomechanical structure made by articulated vertebras in fixed position (postures) and moved in different directions…
Locomotion
(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France Abstract Human locomotion is based on a bipedal mode requiring two functions: the propulsion made by the scissor movement of hip…
Basic Notions on Mobility Function
(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France Abstract Bones, joints and muscles are the components of the motor apparatus, and their construction can be understood by referring to…
Swallowing and Speaking
(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France Abstract The pharyngolaryngeal organisation can explain clearly how the two major complex functions of swallowing and speaking can be achieved. The…
Prehension
(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France Abstract Prehension is a vital function according to its important role in serving the oral pole—for feeding—and the genital pole—for grooming…
Masticatory Function
(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France Abstract The masticatory function is realised by the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) activated by masticatory muscles: mandibular strap and temporal range for…
Facial Mimic
(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France Abstract Some striated muscles are included within the skin of the facial mask. They are responsible for specific movements of the…
Eye Mobility
(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France Abstract Vision is a complex function that allows the identification of shape, colour and movement of objects. With two eyes, only…
