Growing evidence of the adaptive (what scientists call âplasticâ) capabilities of the older brain provide hope that people may be able to do things to sustain good brain function as they age. A variety of interacting factors, such as lifestyle, overall health, environment, and genetics also may play a role.
Body habitus, or simply habitus, is a medical term for âphysiqueâ or âbody type.â A wide range of factors can determine body type, and medical professionals often make a note of a patient's habitus on his or her chart as part of a general reference to provide information about the patient's history.
A group of muscles called the erector spinae -- sometimes referred to as your sacrospinal muscle group -- supports your spine. Your glutes consist of the gluteus maximus, gluteus medius and gluteus minimus. These muscles make up your buttocks, with the gluteus maximus being the largest muscle in the human body. Your abs and obliques work together with your lower back and glutes to help you rotate, balance and stabilize the body during sitting and standing. The Effect of Seat Variables. Variables such as seat height and the presence of arm rests effects how you sit or stand.