Back Flashcards
1
Q
Superficial muscles of back
A
Rhomboid minor and major
Has attachments to the scapula and is involved in movements of the limb
2
Q
Deepest layer of muscle tissue to spine
A
Multifidus
Deep back stabilizers
Acts as a stabilizer to the spine
Essential component of the CORE
Assist in extension and rotation
3
Q
Intermediate muscles
A
Iliocostalis
Longissimus
Spinalis
Comprise the erector spinae
4
Q
Four muscles that are major joint stabilizers for the lower back
A
Transverse Abdominus, Multifidus, Gluteus Maximus, together with it’s co-contractors, Psoas muscle
