Heel Taps - TVA activation and core stability
Exercise Overview
Heel taps are a low-load core stabilization exercise used to train the transversus abdominis and improve lumbopelvic control. They are commonly prescribed early in rehabilitation to build abdominal coordination and spinal stability during leg movement.
Muscles Involved
Transversus abdominisInternal obliquesRectus abdominisPelvic floor musclesMultifidusHip flexors
Related Conditions
Chronic low back painLumbar instabilityPostpartum core weaknessDiastasis recti rehabilitationGeneral core weaknessLumbopelvic motor control deficits