One 2019 study, published in PLoS One, found that an eight-week core training program improved balance and core endurance ...

A study by researchers at the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar) in Brazil, in partnership with University College London (UCL) in the United Kingdom, concluded that the combination of ...

Trying to shed that stubborn belly fat with hundreds of crunches, but to no avail? The problem could be deeper than what meets the eye. There’s no denying that crunches tone your abdominal muscles and ...

In a warning to anyone who has muscle pain, the NHS has said that you may need to seek help immediately, as it may not be normal. The experts have said that what they are worried about is anyone who ...

A toned abdomen is attractive and beneficial for health reasons year-round. Photo: Getty Images Most people mistakenly train their abs primarily for aesthetic reasons. They often limit their workouts ...

A strong core means stability, fewer injuries, and better posture and balance during exercise. While you might be familiar with the abdominal exercises that engage the outer abdominal muscles — think ...

From the diaphragm to the pelvic floor, scientists say improving your core strength can protect your spine and help you move with ease into older age. Exercises like the plank train the body’s full ...

Lumbar infectious diseases are serious debilitating conditions, and their treatment poses significant challenges. With the advancement of minimally invasive spinal techniques, negative pressure wound ...

Introduction The Transverse Rectus Abdominis Myocutaneous (TRAM) flap is used for breast reconstruction, but involves the risk of necrosis. Adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal Stem Cells (ADSCs) can be ...

Navigating the whirlwind of new parenthood calls for plenty of crucial resources that aren’t always available. Sleep and dedicated “me time” are usually chief among them. Missing your pre-pregnancy ...

D. Scott Lind, M.D., F.A.C.S.; Barbara L. Smith, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S.; Wiley W. Souba, M.D., Sc.D., F.A.C.S. Advances in reconstructive techniques have made breast ...