Inefficient Muscular Stabilization of the Lumbar Spine Associated With Low Back Pain

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Authors

Paul W. Hodges · University of Queensland

Abstract

The delayed onset of contraction of transversus abdominis indicates a deficit of motor control and is hypothesized to result in inefficient muscular stabilization of the spine.

Topics & Keywords

Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation Motor Control and Adaptation Myofascial pain diagnosis and treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Spine

Volume 21, Issue 22, pp. 2640-2650

DOI: 10.1097/00007632-199611150-00014

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