Postural And Core Stability

Question 1

Define the core

Answer 1

The trunk of the body, the part left over when the arms and legs are removed

Question 2

Name and describe two ligaments of the spine

Answer 2

Anterior longitudinal ligament - connects each vertebral body anterior. Prevents excessive spinal extension.

Posterior longitudinal ligament - connects each vertebral body posterior. Prevents excessive spinal flexion

Question 3

What are accessory movements of the spine?

Answer 3

A movement within a joint of the spine

Question 4

Name and describe one group of deep muscles within the spine

Answer 4

Rotatores - attach from spinous process of one vertebrae to the transverse process of the vertebrae below. Creates rotation between spinal segments

Question 5

Describe the attachments and functions of the TVA

Answer 5

Attaches to lower ribs and pelvis. Wraps around body draws waist in . Increases IAP to stabilise spine

Question 6

What are the attachments of the multifidus muscle

Answer 6

The spinous process of the spine to the transverse process 2/3 vertebrae below

Question 7

How does the diaphragm help create IAP

Answer 7

By contracting downwards

Question 8

Identify two muscles responsible for gross movements of the spine

Answer 8

Rectus abdominus

Erector spinae

Question 9

What factors can affect an individual’s posture

Answer 9

Abdominal obesity

Too much time seated

Employment

Body weight

Height

Lifestyle

Disease or injury

Question 10

What postures are common in people who sit a lot

Answer 10

Thoracic hyper kyphosis

Protracted shoulders

Extended cervical spine

Posteriorly tilted pelvis

Question 11

What dysfunction may you see in a plank exercise

Answer 11

Lumbar extension

Thoracic flexion

Flexion at hip

Protracted shoulders