Medical prefix: A prefix employed in medical terminology. Medical words are often put together, cobbled from two or more building blocks. Among these building blocks are the prefixes. Examples of prefixes used in medicine include: a-: Prefix much employed in the health sciences indicating not, without, -less as, for examples, in alexia (not read), aphagia (not eat), aphonia (not voice, voiceless).
Fibers of the middle (medial) segment of the trapezius cause an upward rotation of the scapula and this helps to elevate the arm. The medial fibers of the trapezius help squeeze the scapula together, and this is the region that is most active in the chest expander exercise.he expanders should begin in front of your torso. Raise your arms and forearms until they are parallel to the floor and maintain this arm height throughout the exercise. 2. Begin with your elbows pointing outward and with your palms facing each other and your hands at the level of your sternum.
Previous Next 1 of 13 Core exercises build abs and other core muscles Core strength exercises strengthen your core muscles, including your abdominal muscles, back muscles and the muscles around the pelvis. Strong core muscles make it easier to do many physical activities.You can do core strength exercises on a carpeted floor or mat. Breathe freely and deeply during each core strength exercise. Focus on tightening your transversus abdominis, the deepest abdominal muscle and the one you feel contracting when you cough.Repeat each of these core strength exercises five times.As your core strength improves, build up to 10 to 15 repetitions. If you have back problems, osteoporosis or other health concerns, talk to your doctor before doing these core strength exercises.epeat each of these core strength exercises five times. As your core strength improves, build up to 10 to 15 repetitions. If you have back problems, osteoporosis or other health concerns, talk to your doctor before doing these core strength exercises.