Trunk Muscles Basic Vocab Flashcards
What is thoracolumbar fascia?
thick layer of fascia located in posterior abdominal wall forming a base for muscle attachment (transversus, and internal oblique)
What is the inguinal ligament?
inferior free border of aponeurosis of external abdominal oblique muscle stretched between ASIS and pubic tubercle
What type of ligament is the inguinal ligament?
not a real ligament
What is the valsalva maneuver?
automatically the individual increases abdominal pressure to put pressure on lumbar spine; contraction of abdominal muscles
What is the rectus sheath?
sheath that is made by aponeurosis of 3 flat muscles on each side that sandwiches rectus abdominis
What is the linea alba?
band of connective tissue on the anterior abdominal wall stretched between xiphoid process and pubic symphysis made by aponeurosis of 3 flat muscles form both sides