Comparison of the Effects of Two Abdominal Stabilization Techniques on Muscle Thickness and Activation

Comparison of the Effects of Bracing and Hollowing Techniques on Abdominal Muscle Thickness and Activation during Core Stabilization Exercises

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Interventional

Source

CRIS

Registry ID

KCT0011051

Enrollment

Registered

2025-09-22

Start date

2025-05-07

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2025-11-10

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Conditions

None listed

Interventions

Others(crossover design) : In this study, two abdominal stabilization techniques—bracing and hollowing—were applied. Each technique was performed in a hook-lying position (supine with knees bent), and

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

All

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1. Individuals who have not engaged in regular exercise for the past three months 2. Adults who understand the purpose of this study and agree to participate

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Individuals with neurosurgical problems within the past six months 2. Individuals with orthopedic problems within the past six months 3. Individuals with congenital disorders 4. Individuals who are unable to perform the movements required in the study

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Changes in abdominal muscle thickness (rectus abdominis, external oblique, internal oblique, transversus abdominis)	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
Changes in abdominal muscle activity (rectus abdominis, external oblique, internal oblique)	—

Countries

Korea, Republic of

Contacts

Public ContactKwanghyuk Jung

Sahmyook University

wjdrhkdgur00@naver.com+82-2-3399-3903

Outcome results