Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology, 4th Edition Martini / Bartholomew PowerPoint ® Lecture Outlines prepared by Alan Magid, Duke University The Muscular System The Muscular System 7 7 Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Benjamin Cummings Slides 1 to 110
Overview of Muscular System What are the Three Types of Muscle Tissue? Under voluntary control Skeletal muscles The muscular system Under involuntary control Cardiac muscle Heart wall Smooth muscle Visceral organs Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Benjamin Cummings
Overview of Muscular System Skeletal muscles attach to bones directly or indirectly What are the five functions? Produce movement of skeleton Maintain posture and body position Support soft tissues Guard entrances and exits Maintain body temperature Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Benjamin Cummings