Chapter 2: Muscles as Movers Flashcards

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Agonist

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This is the prime mover

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Synergist

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This assists and helps the prime mover

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Stabilizer muscles

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These help with stabilizing the joints and the body during movement

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Antagonist

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These muscles relax in order to permit the prime mover to do its work.

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