Effect of Inspiratory Muscle Training Versus Core Stability Training on Balance Problems in Older Adults

Abstract

We proposed to compare the implications of inspiratory muscle training versus core stability on the stability of the elderly. A total of 75 older individuals were randomly and evenly split into three groups: (A) the core stability group (n=25) received core stability training plus traditional balance exercises, (B) the IMT group (n=25) received IMT training plus traditional balance exercises, (C) the control group (n=25) was assigned to undergo conventional balancing exercises. The evaluation process included both pre-and post-testing, which encompassed the measurement of the time taken to complete the Time Up and Go (TUG) test, as well as the 30 Second Chair Stand Test (30CST). Following eight weeks of training, there was a significant rise in TUG in group A (P<0.05) and 30CST in both groups A and B (P<0.05 and p=0.002), respectively. Post-training, a significant disparity in the TUG and 30CST scores across the three groups was found, with corresponding pvalues of 0.038 and 0.006. So it was concluded that Core muscle stability training with a traditional balance program improves stability in the elderly more than IMT training with a traditional balance program or traditional balance program alone.