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MONITORING OF LUMBAR SPINE
STABILIZATION FOR SAFETY AND
PRECISION OF EXERCISE AND
PROTECTION OF LUMBAR SPINE
Limb Loading
• STABILIZER is used to monitor the appropriate use of the
muscles required in the stabilization and protection of the
lumbar spine during lower and upper limb testing and
exercise.
Stabilization Procedure
• Place the three-chamber pressure cell longitudinally
under the back of the side on the spine opposite the limb
being lifted in exercise and inflate to baseline of 40 mmHg.
(orange band)
• Control the back position during limb loading activities
and keep the pressure constant.
• In addition, a presetting action of the abdominals may be
performed prior to limb loading.
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