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Which type of muscle is primarily responsible for a movement and is also known as the prime mover?
Which type of muscle is primarily responsible for a movement and is also known as the prime mover?
- Stabiliser
- Synergist
- Antagonist
- Agonist (correct)
What is the function of the antagonist muscle in relation to the agonist muscle?
What is the function of the antagonist muscle in relation to the agonist muscle?
- Stabilizes the structure during movement
- Works directly on the same side as the agonist
- Works directly on the opposite side of the agonist (correct)
- Supports the movement by contracting with the agonist
Which muscle helps the agonist to contract better and is known as a Synergist?
Which muscle helps the agonist to contract better and is known as a Synergist?
- Agonist
- Stabiliser
- Antagonist
- Synergist (correct)
Which system provides inter-vertebral and inter-segmental stability by limiting compressive, shear, and rotational forces?
Which system provides inter-vertebral and inter-segmental stability by limiting compressive, shear, and rotational forces?
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Which muscle type works eccentrically to support the contraction of the agonist?
Which muscle type works eccentrically to support the contraction of the agonist?
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