Which of the following muscles compresses the abdomen and helps stabilize the lumbar area?

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The transversus abdominis is a flat muscle that runs horizontally across the abdomen and is responsible for compressing the contents of the abdomen. It also helps stabilize the lumbar area by working together with the internal oblique and multifidus muscles. The other muscles listed do not have a direct effect on the compression of the abdomen or stabilization of the lumbar area.

Which of the Following Muscles Compresses the Abdomen and Helps