When you think of your body and its movement, you are probably thinking about the skeletal system, or muscles and not the term, Locomotor System.
This system is your body’s complex mechanism for movement.
Picture this: you’re sitting on your couch, and suddenly, you feel like grabbing a cup of coffee from your kitchen. Without a second thought, you rise from the couch, walk over to the kitchen, and grasp the cup. This seemingly simple process is the result of a sophisticated interplay between various components of the Locomotor System, and the Nervous System.
The Locomotor System is also known as the musculoskeletal system, and it is made up of:
- Bones
- Muscles
- Connective tissues
- Cartilage
- Fatty tissue
- Ligaments
- Tendons
- Joints
It’s a remarkable system that not only enables us to move but also provides support, stability, and shape to our bodies. From the simplest of actions like blinking our eyes to the most complex athletic movements, everything is controlled by the Locomotor System.
How do these different parts work together to produce movement?
This post will give you some information about the components of the Locomotor System, how it works, and its role in movement. Plus, we’ll also delve into toxins that affect the Locomotor System, touch on some health issues that are linked to this system, and discuss how to keep our Locomotor System healthy, particularly as we age.
The Components of the Locomotor System
We noted bones, muscles, connective tissues, cartilage, tendons and ligaments as parts of the Locomotor System already.
The bones, muscles, and joints are key components. The bones form the framework of the body, giving shape, support, and protection to the softer tissues and organs they enclose.
, each with a specific purpose and function.
Next are the muscles, the body’s engine. They convert chemical energy into mechanical energy, resulting in movement. Muscles can contract and relax, enabling us to perform a vast range of motions. There are over 600 muscles in the human body, and they make up about 40% of our body weight.
Lastly, the joints act as the connection points between bones. They provide flexibility and facilitate movement by allowing bones to move in relation to each other. From your jaw to your toes, every movement is a testament to the work of these joints.
How Does the Locomotor System Work?
The locomotor system is like a well-oiled machine, with each component working together seamlessly to produce movement. When you decide to move, your brain, part of the Nervous System, sends signals to the relevant muscles through nerves. These signals cause the muscles to contract, pulling on the bones they are attached to and causing movement at the joint.
This process is coordinated by the central nervous system, which comprises your brain and spinal cord. It’s a complex system that relies on sensory feedback to adjust and fine-tune movements. For example, if you’re walking on an uneven surface, your brain receives information about the ground’s texture and adjusts your foot’s movement accordingly.
The Role of the Locomotor System in Movement
The locomotor system is at the heart of all bodily movement. It enables us to perform our daily activities, from the mundane to the extraordinary. Whether you’re brushing your teeth, dancing, playing a sport, or even just breathing, you’re relying on your locomotor system.
When you think of how the Respiratory System is innervated through the Autonomic Nervous System, you can imagine how many involuntary movements your Locomotor System makes in a day. Even while you are asleep!
This system also plays a crucial role in maintaining posture and balance. Whether you’re sitting, standing, or moving, your locomotor system is constantly working to keep you upright and stable.
Furthermore, the locomotor system also has a protective role. The bones of the locomotor system enclose and protect vital organs. For example, the skull protects the brain, the rib cage protects the heart and lungs, and the vertebral column protects the spinal cord.
Your phrenic nerve, which innervates your diaphragm, is connected to the C3 to C5 cervical nerve roots of your spinal cord. Your Locomotor System is dependent on your Nervous System.
Common issues of the Locomotor System
Like any other system in the body, your locomotor system can also be affected by health conditions. These can range from acute injuries like fractures and sprains to chronic conditions like arthritis and osteoporosis. Chronic conditions like arthritis involve inflammation of the joints, leading to pain and stiffness. There are many different types of arthritis, including rheumatoid, and osteoarthritis.
There is also a condition called reactive arthritis. One study states that parasitic infection from Strongyloides stercoralis and Taenia saginata, cause inflammation of the joints as a “reaction” to the invaders. The immune system’s reaction in these cases involved the joints.
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In Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory, the Blood System is linked to the Locomotor System through stasis and stagnation.
Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. These conditions can significantly affect a person’s quality of life by limiting their mobility and causing pain. Bone mineral density (BMD) tests are diagnostic tests to look for osteoporosis risk.
One cause of lower BMD is caffeinated, carbonated beverages like cola drinks (1).
THINK AND LINK: Do you see diet cola, or cola resonate on your Full Scan results? Is there any Locomotor Stress, and are you concerned about your bone health? This may be a clue to ditch those sodas, especially if you see some energetic mineral imbalances showing up! Soft drink consumption increases phosphorus and decreases calcium, possibly through the parathyroid gland (2).
How to Maintain a Healthy Locomotor System
Maintaining a healthy locomotor system is important for longevity and quality of life. Regular physical activity is one of the best ways to keep our locomotor system healthy. Exercise strengthens the muscles, improves joint flexibility, and helps maintain bone density.
Nutrients like calcium, boron, and vitamin D are particularly important for bone health. We can’t forget Vitamin C and its role in building collagen.
Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can reduce nutrients in the body. Smokers have a higher need for Vitamin C, and alcohol use taxes the Liver in its detoxification.
The Impact of Aging on the Locomotor System
Aging is a natural process that affects all systems of the body, including the locomotor system. As we age, our bones tend to lose density, making them more susceptible to fractures. The muscles may lose strength and flexibility, and joints can become stiffer and less flexible.
This doesn’t mean that mobility and quality of life have to decrease with age. With regular exercise, a balanced diet, and avoiding habits that zap nutrients, it’s possible to maintain a healthy locomotor system well into old age.
Top Takeaways for Your Locomotor System
EXERCISE. We said that already.
Tick protection. WHAT?
YES.
Ticks can carry the spirochetal bacteria borrelia burgdorferi, which causes Lyme disease. This bacteria sets off mechanisms in the body that undermine collagen, and where is collagen? Everywhere, but especially in the joints. Lyme arthritis is a painful condition. Bioresonance scanning can detect energetic signatures of borrelia and coinfections, such as Rickettsia, Bartonella, Babesia, Mycoplasma, and others.
Another system to consider is your gut, or Digestive System, as this is where all minerals and vitamins are absorbed. Your Immune System also resides in your Digestive System.
Many clients at risk of locomotor, or joint and bone health issues ask about supplementation.
Some of the most common supplements we see for Locomotor support include:
- Physica Energetics Phyto Cal Mag with Boron, for overall bone mineral support. Ingredients include boron citrate, which supports Vitamin D metabolism, along with synergistic support of absorption of calcium, magnesium, and other minerals.
- Herbs like horsetail contain silicon, which supports bone and joint strength, Oat straw is also rich in silica, which can support the Nervous System too.
- Vitamin D2/K3 is found in Solray D Liposome Spray, which supports almost every system!
- We can’t forget that many joint issues are also accompanied by inflammation, and turmeric is a natural support for the Locomotor System when there is inflammation. You can brew a turmeric tea, or use a supplement Like Bio A Curcumin.
What’s the difference? Turmeric needs other ingredients like fat, and piperine (black pepper has this) to help the plant herb do its work. Curcumin has been used in Chinese and Indian cultures as herbal medicine for pain, inflammation and other health issues. Curcuminoids, of which there are three, Curcumin, demethoxycurcumin and bisdemethoxycurcumin, are the antiinflammatory properties of the the root tuber of curcuma aromatica salisb and the rhizome of Curcima longa L. (Turmeric) of Zingiberaceae (2).
While we love all natural remedies to support our body systems, we also like to know the WHY behind the way we feel. We want to support you with this, and this is where the beauty of bioresonance testing steps in, to help you see the connections, the stress and the solutions for your body as a whole.
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