Three Elements for Stability of the Spine
Return to Technical Data MenuThis necessary stability or support of the spine is provided at three levels, or sub-systems.
- Passive. The passive sub-system provides stability via the bones, joints and ligaments. The design of the passive system of the spine allows approximately 2 to 3 kilograms of pressure to be managed. (When you consider that the average person’s head weighs 10kg, it shows how important the second and third subsystems are in just holding yourself upright).
- Active. The active sub-system refers to the support and stability given by postural muscles in the area, specifically designed for this task.
- Neural Control. The brain controls the muscles of the active sub-system through the neural control sub-system in response to feedback from structures surrounding the spine. This enables the provision of stability when it is needed.
These three sub-systems work together to provide optimum stability of
the spine when it is needed.
Any upset to any sub-system will lead to decreased stability, resulting
in increased stress being placed on the spine.
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