Questions and Answers
Which type of muscle is primarily responsible for a movement and is also known as the prime mover?
Agonist
What is the function of the antagonist muscle in relation to the agonist muscle?
Works directly on the opposite side of the agonist
Which muscle helps the agonist to contract better and is known as a Synergist?
Synergist
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?
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