Abstract
The coordination of movement is governed by a coalition of constraints. The expression of these constraints ranges from the concrete — the restricted range of motion offered by the mechanical configuration of our muscles and joints; to the abstract — the difficulty that we experience in combining simple movements into complex rhythms. The diverse manner in which the constraints on coordination are expressed, belies the fact that they share common origin in the structure and organisation of the neuromuscular-skeletal system.
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Carson, R.G. (2004). Governing Coordination. Why do Muscles Matter?. In: Jirsa, V.K., Kelso, J.A.S. (eds) Coordination Dynamics: Issues and Trends. Understanding Complex Systems. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-39676-5_8
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