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The rectus abdominis is labelled. The rectus abdominis is primarily responsible for flexion of the trunk. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in compressing the abdominal contents, stabilising the pelvis, and supporting posture, which aids in various bodily movements and maintains intra-abdominal pressure.
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Adduction
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The rectus abdominis is labelled. The rectus abdominis is primarily responsible for **flexion** of the trunk. It also aids in compressing and stabilising abdominal structures and pelvis. The back muscles e.g. erector spinae allow for extension.
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Extension
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The rectus abdominis is labelled. The rectus abdominis is primarily responsible for flexion of the trunk. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in compressing the abdominal contents, stabilising the pelvis, and supporting posture, which aids in various bodily movements and maintains intra-abdominal pressure.
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Abduction
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The rectus abdominis is labelled. The rectus abdominis is primarily responsible for flexion of the trunk. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in compressing the abdominal contents, stabilising the pelvis, and supporting posture, which aids in various bodily movements and maintains intra-abdominal pressure.
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Flexion of the trunk
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The rectus abdominis is labelled. The rectus abdominis is primarily responsible for **flexion** of the trunk. It also aids in compressing and stabilising abdominal structures and pelvis. The external and internal obliques and the quadratus lumborum are responsible for lateral flexion.
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Lateral flexion
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Anterolateral abdominal wall muscles
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Abdominal anatomy
What is the primary action of the labelled structure?
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