Back Muscles: Anatomy and Function of Upper, Middle Lower Back What are the muscles of the back? Your back has many different muscles Some support your spine and trunk (your midsection or torso) Others help you stand up, maintain your posture and help you move Some even help you breathe Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center Advertising on our site helps support our mission
The Muscles of the Spine: Structure, Function, and Clinical Relevance . . . The deep intrinsic muscles of the spine are directly responsible for the movement and stabilization of the vertebral column They are organized into three main groups: the erector spinae, transversospinalis, and segmental muscles
Spinal Muscles: A Comprehensive Guide - HealthCentral Muscles and ligaments work together to support the spine, hold it upright, and control movement during rest and activity Skeletal muscle is striated (striped) in appearance It is
Back Muscles : Anatomy, Pain, Location, Structure, Parts and Exercises Back muscles work in pairs to facilitate a wide range of motions, from flexion, extension, and rotation to side bending They are located from the cervical spine vertebrae down to the lumbar spine, sacrum, and coccyx, allowing for the movement of the head, shoulders, arms, hips, legs, and spine
A Patients Guide to Anatomy and Function of the Spine Each vertebra is held to the others by groups of ligaments Ligaments connect bones to bones; tendons connect muscles to bones There are also tendons that fasten muscles to the vertebrae The spinal column also has real joints (just like the knee or elbow or any other joints) called facet joints
Spinal Muscles Movements and Functions Study Guide - Quizlet Describe the role of the abdominal wall muscles in spinal stabilization and movement Difficulty: Medium Analyze the agonists and actions involved in cervical flexion, extension, lateral flexion, and rotation