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vol. 30
Research paper
Effects of ultrasound biofeedback-guided local stabilization training on abdominal muscle thickness
Faculty of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
Department of Adapted Physical Activity and Sport, School of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
Department of Balneoclimatology and Biological Regeneration, School of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
Physiotherapy Review, 2026, 30(3), 32-41
Data publikacji online: 2026/09/28
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