Push-ups properly executed function essentially as moving planks ... movement patterns with particular attention to the transverse abdominis—the deep core muscle that wraps around the midsection ...

Pulmonary function 1 year postoperatively ... complications may not differ following a midline or a transverse incision in major elective abdominal surgery, the study limitations are notable.

Perceived recovery, function, disability and pain were also assessed. Results Participants with chronic LBP receiving motor control exercise had a greater improvement in recruitment of transversus ...