CNS is responsible for dictating a specific posture and movements
Clark et al. define motor behavior as a combination of sensory responses of the body to the environment to produce efficient movements (Clark et al., 2015). Renshall et al., on the other hand, argues that an activity/task, the external environment, and the individual creates the constant dynamic response of the human body kinetic chain to control and learn new movements (Renshall et al., 2012). As a physical therapist assistant, I understand different motor behavior since I have to work with patients who have lost motor function resulting from injuries, accidents, and other causes: for this reason, I understand motor learning, control, and development.
Concerning motor control, the CNS is responsible for dictating a specific posture and movements. In my line of profession, I train people on motor control. For instance, for athletes lie dancers or basketball players experiencing back pain, I train them using simple excises that focus on concentration and coordinating. Motor learning, on the other side is part of the motor control where an individual learns precise movements/skills to be used in daily activities like sports and retain them for the future. For instance, for a professional boxer or wrestler, some quick reflexes are required to hit the opponent while at the same time evading kicks from the opponent.
In most cases, the professional boxers’ blocks kick and ensures that his kicks are accurate (hits the target). Thus, for motor learning, the athletes or other individuals learn motor skills to retain them to use in their activities. For motor development, motor skills develop as an individual grows from a child to an adult. For instance, motor behavior like running or walking are some of the movements that improve from child to adulthood. A one-year child has not developed the walking movements; however, with time, the child walks and eventually runs faster.
My primary goal in learning this course is to gain more knowledge in motor development. In a few months, I will be attaining my degree and become a doctor in physical therapy. Understanding motor behaviors and development as an individual age are essential for my line of work. It will be easier for me to advise patients on the right exercises as well as provide the proper treatment.