Any muscle other than the prime mover or prime antagonist that contracts to help the joint action in question occur is called what type of muscle?

Name: Any muscle other than the prime mover or prime antagonist that contracts to help the joint action in question occur is called what type of muscle?
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A muscle that contracts to help the joint action in question occur is called a synergist. Synergists may assist the prime mover by stabilizing the joint or by providing additional force to the movement.

Any Muscle Other Than the Prime Mover or Prime Antagonist