Anatomy Basics

Name: Anatomy Basics
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Anatomical information on muscles, joints and bones of the human body

Created byMonique de Wijk

Last updated 5/2020

English

What you'll learn

Students will learn about human anatomy, detailed information on bones, joints - their form and function - and origins and insertions of practically all muscles.

Course content

6 sections • 18 lectures • 1h 48m total length

Bones of the arm and chest9:47
In this first lecture of section 1, you will learn about the bones of the arm, or upper extremity, the names of the bones with specifications and landmarks. Also you will get to understand the importance of the form of the bones, and their connection with other bones.
quiz about the contents of lecture 1
Bones of the leg7:13
In this second lecture of section 1, you will learn about the bones of the leg, or lower extremity, the names of the bones with specifications and landmarks. Also you will get to understand the importance of the form of the bones, and their connection with other bones.
quiz about the contents of lecture 2
Bones of the spine7:37
In this third and last lecture of section 1, you will learn about the bones of the spine and ribs, the names of the bones with specifications and landmarks. Also you will get to understand the importance of the form of the bones, and their connection with other bones.
quiz about the contents of lecture 3

Joints, their form and function5:03
This lecture is about joints. You'll learn about the ways bones are connecting and form joints. You will learn about the effect of the form of a joint on movements it can make and why some movements are not possible in certain joints.
Muscles and how they work5:14
You will learn about what muscles look like when you take a closer look, and about all different kinds of muscles. At the end of the lecture you'll have a good understanding of how muscles work.
Movements, in all directions7:40
In this last lecture of section 2, you will look at all movements of all joints and how they are called. You will get familiar with the terminology, and you will be prepared to continue with the following sections, where we will inform you about which muscles are necessary to make the movements of your limbs and spine.

Muscles of the shoulder9:24
In this lecture you will learn about the shoulder muscles, the ones that are active in the various movements of this ball-and-socket joint. You will understand how they work individually, and in groups, to enable your shoulder to lift, reach, rotate and extend.
quiz about the contents of lecture 7
Muscles of the elbow and wrist7:08
In this lecture you will learn about which muscles enable the movements of the elbow and wrist.
quiz about the contents of lecture 8
Muscles of the hand, fingers and thumb9:10
After finishing this lecture you know which muscles move your fingers and thumb.
quiz about the contents of lecture 9

Muscles of the hip9:28
This lecture informs you about the origins and insertions of the muscles around the hip and about their functions.
Quiz about the contents of lecture 10
Muscles of the knee4:46
This lecture learns you about the muscles that enable the knee to flex, extend and rotate.
Quiz about the contents of lecture 11
Muscles of the ankle and toes8:43
In this last lecture of the muscles of the lower extremity, you will explore the muscles for ankle and toe movements.
Quiz about the contents of lecture 12

Muscles of the abdomen3:35
You will explore the four abdominal muscles, in location and function.
Quiz about the contents of lecture 13
Muscles of the back8:02
You will learn about the muscles of the back and the muscles around the scapula, which are at the dorsal side as well.
Quiz about the contents of lecture 14
Muscles of the neck4:54
After this last lecture of Anatomy Basics you will understand which muscles enable your head to rotate, flex and extend.
Quiz about the contents of lecture 15

Requirements

There are no requirements or prerequisites for this course

Description

Anatomy is fun!

Knowing how your body works, how you move, how your muscles work, what your bones look like, it's all so interesting.
This course is applicable for anyone with an interest in the human body, from a fitness lover to a physiotherapist or doctor, from a student to a -professional- bodybuilder and from runners to soccer's medical supporters.

How that might be possible? Because we take it one step at a time ánd teaching is my profession! I dare you to take this course and find out how much fun you will have in learning about human anatomy.

In 5 sections with 3 lectures per section, you will systematically learn about the human body. In total 1 hour and 50 minutes.

Section 1: bones of the body: names and landmarks

Section 2: about joints, muscles and movements: form, function and names

Section 3: muscles of the arm: shoulder, elbow, wrist, fingers and thumb

Section 4: muscles of the leg: hip, knee, ankle and toes

Section 5: muscles of the abdomen, back and neck

Who this course is for:

Target students are all people with an interest in moving, sports and health, medical students, physiotherapy students, athletes, gymnasts, fitness lovers, medical supporters,

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The bones of the body3 lectures • 25min

About Joints, Muscles and Movements3 lectures • 18min

Muscles of the upper extremity3 lectures • 26min

Muscles of the lower extremity3 lectures • 23min

Muscles of the abdomen, back and neck3 lectures • 17min

Drawing material3 lectures • 1min

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