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Question 1

QL

Answer 1

• weak abdominals
• bending forward
• awkward lifting heavy objects
• soft bed
• trauma
• lift and twist actions
• reduced lumbopelvic control
• thoracic hypomobility

Question 2

Deep paraspinals

Answer 2

• repeated rotation in extension
• quick awkward movements that combine rotation and lateral flexion
• leg length discrepancy
• pelvic asymmetry
• prolonged immobility

Question 3

Superficial paraspinals

Answer 3

• repeated rotation in extension
• quick awkward movements that combine rotation and lateral flexion
• leg length discrepancy
• pelvic asymmetry
• prolonged immobility

Question 4

Rectus abdominis

Answer 4

• carrying increased weight on the back
• walking up hill
• push ups
• visceral disease
• stress
• paradoxial respiration
• posture
• sudden increase in exercise levels
• acute trauma
• post surgery