IPSILATERAL Deadbug - Core Strength and Low Back Pain Exercise
Exercise Overview
The ipsilateral dead bug is a core stabilization exercise performed by moving the arm and leg on the same side while maintaining trunk control. It is used clinically to strengthen the deep abdominal muscles, improve lumbopelvic stability, and help reduce mechanical low back pain.
Muscles Involved
Transversus abdominisRectus abdominisInternal obliqueExternal obliqueMultifidusHip flexors
Related Conditions
Mechanical low back painLumbar instabilityCore weaknessLumbopelvic control deficitsPostural dysfunction
