Core stablizers

What is a core stability? Core stability” describes the ability to control the position and movement of

the central portion of the body. These muscles are known as the 'core' or powerhouse muscles and provide a solid base upon which all other muscles can work upon to initiate movement.

Core stability targets the muscles deep within the abdomen which connect to the spine, pelvis and shoulders,that controls good posture and provides movements to arms and legs.

Anatomy of core muscles

Transversus Abdominus (TA)
- known as the deepest muscle of abdominal muscles
-connects to the individual vertebrae of the lower (lumbar) spine and wraps right around each side to meet in the midline of the front of the abdomen.
- it mainly provides stability to the trunk during trunk flexion


Multifidis
- this deep back mucles lies either on the side of the spine and connects each individual lumbar vertebrae
- functions in extending the back

Diapraghm
- primary muscle for breathing
- when the Transversus Abdominus contracts, the diaphragm tightens to maintain pressure in the abdomen and so provides stability to the spine.

Pelvic Floor
-The pelvic floor muscles are the foundation for the core of the body.
-Stabilize the pelvis, and they support the organs of the lower abdominal cavity, like the bladder and uterus.