What is the name of the muscle I have to strength in order to protect the lumbar vertebrae


Home	Your Body	Nutrition	Health Problems & Therapies	Supplements & Vitamins	Ask a Question

Answer to your Health Question

Question:

What is the name of the muscle I have to strength in order to protect the lumbar vertebrae?

Keith

Answer:

Dear Keith,

It is the Latissimus dorsi, a broad flat muscle of lower back (lumbar region).

The following is an exercise to strengthen that muscle:

Do you have any other questions? Enter your health question

Disclaimer: The information contained in this web site is for educational purposes only and is not meant to replace medical advice, diagnose or treat any disease.
Your use of this site indicates your agreement to be bound.