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Glossary Term
Counter Nutation
Counter-nutation is the posterior rotation of the sacrum relative to the ilium, and/or anterior rotation of the ilium relative to the sacrum. The pelvic floor muscles are examples of muscles that may counter-nutate the sacrum.
Counter-nutation: posterior rotation of the sacrum relative to the ilium, and/or anterior rotation of the ilium relative to the sacrum. The pelvic floor muscles are examples of muscles that may counter-nutate the sacrum.
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Synonyms
- Sacral extension