The IST Complex & Stabilization of the Spine

The video explains the IST complex, which includes the interspinous ligament, supraspinous ligament, and thoracolumbar fascia, and its role in stabilizing the spine during heavy lifting. It highlights the importance of the Valsalva maneuver and the involvement of muscles like the transverse abdominis and multifidus. The video also discusses how these components prevent spinal cord compression by maintaining the vertebral canal's diameter.

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