Illustration of human muscle and movement systems

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Illustration of human muscle and movement systems

Muscle and movement. Illustration of human muscle anatomy and movement systems. Movement depends on the interaction of multiple systems in the body, including muscle, bones and joints, nervous co- ordination and balance. The human body (at centre, posterior view) contains some 600 muscles, most of which are skeletal (voluntary) muscles under con- scious control. A skeletal muscle is seen at top right, with its internal fibres and nerve attach- ment (yellow). At top left, specialized regions of the brain co-ordinate movement, with the aid of the spinal cord and its nerve branches (bottom right). Joints, as at the knee (bottom left), give bones mobility as the muscles act upon them

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Brain Anatomy Knee Joint Movement Muscle System Muscles Muscular Nerves Sacrum Skeletal Spinal Cord

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate illustration of the human muscle and movement systems. It beautifully captures the complexity of our body's ability to move, highlighting the interplay between various systems. At its core, movement relies on a harmonious interaction between muscles, bones, joints, nervous coordination, and balance. The image depicts the posterior view of the human body as it reveals over 600 muscles that are predominantly skeletal or voluntary in nature. Intriguingly, a skeletal muscle is prominently displayed at the top right corner with its internal fibers and nerve attachment highlighted in yellow. This serves as a visual representation of how these muscles operate under conscious control. The artwork also emphasizes specialized regions within our brain that coordinate movement alongside assistance from the spinal cord and its network of nerve branches showcased at bottom right. These vital components work together seamlessly to ensure fluid motion. Furthermore, this illustration draws attention to joints such as those found in our knee (bottom left), which grant mobility to our bones when acted upon by muscles. Overall, this visually stunning print encapsulates both scientific accuracy and artistic beauty while offering an insightful glimpse into the marvels of human anatomy and physiology related to movement.

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