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An antagonist to the gastrocnemius is the?
tibialis anterior muscle. It is located in the front of the lower leg and performs dorsiflexion of the foot, which is the opposite movement of the plantarflexion action of the gastrocnemius muscle.
What is the prime mover if ankle plantarflexion?
gastrocnemius
What is the opposite of dorsiflexion and how does it affect movement and posture?
The opposite of dorsiflexion is plantarflexion. Plantarflexion involves pointing the toes downward, like when standing on tiptoes. It affects movement by allowing the foot to push off the ground during activities like walking or running. In terms of posture, plantarflexion can contribute to a more stable and balanced stance.
What is the muscle group that produces plantarflexion at the end of the stance phase?
Triceps Surae
Is it true that dorsiflexion and plantarflexion refer to movements of the ankle that change the position of the foot?
Yes.
What muscles act in plantar flexion?
popliteus is not involved in plantarflexion...its involved in leg flexion
What is the opposite movement of dorsiflexion in the ankle joint?
Plantarflexion is the opposite movement of dorsiflexion in the ankle joint.
What is the opposite of dorsiflexion in terms of foot movement?
Plantarflexion is the opposite of dorsiflexion in terms of foot movement.
When you bend your elbow what is the triceps muscle acting as in relation acting as in relation to the biceps muscle?
antagonist
Why does antagonist want to harm protagonist?
If antagonist did not want to harm protagonist, he wouldn't be antagonist. His opposition to protagonist is what makes him antagonist.
What is a bad guy in a story called?
Antagonist or villain.
Who is the antagonist in Sounder?
who is the antagonist in sounder
