Segmental stabilizers
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In anatomy and physiology, segmental stabilizers are the muscles which provide support across joints, as in the multifidus across spinal vertebrae.
and balance training.
In fitness
Segmental stabilizers align bones, such as the spine, so as to reduce stress during movement. They are primarily enlisted during functional movementFunctional movement
Functional movements are movements based on real-world situational biomechanics. They usually involve multi-planar, multi-joint movements which place demand on the body's core musculature and innervation.- Sports-specific :...
and balance training.