RPAs EXPLAINED [Part 3] | Step & Suspensory Strategies

The video tutorial discusses various balance strategies, including ankle, hip, step, and suspensory strategies. It explains the conditions under which each strategy is used, focusing on the step strategy's reliance on the vestibulospinal reflex and muscle activation patterns. The tutorial also covers the suspensory strategy, highlighting its use in activities like skateboarding and football, and the role of proprioception and the vestibular system in detecting perturbations.

What is the suspensory strategy and in what situations might it be used?

How does the center of gravity affect balance strategies?

What distinguishes a chronic perturbation from an acute perturbation?