Effects Of Stabilization Exercises Research Articles

Effects of Stabilization Exercises Focusing on Pelvic Floor Muscles on Low Back Pain and Urinary Incontinence in Women

To investigate the effects of stabilization exercises focusing on pelvic floor muscles on both low back pain (LBP) and urinary incontinence (UI) in women suffering from chronic nonspecific LBP. In a randomized clinical trial, 60 women, ranging from 45 to 60 years old, with chronic nonspecific LBP and stress UI were recruited. They were randomly assigned to the control group (n = 30) that received routine physiotherapy modalities and regular exercises, or the training group (n = 30) that received routine physiotherapy modalities and stabilization exercises focusing on pelvic floor muscle (12 weeks). Clinical characteristics of the study subjects including UI intensity and quality of life assessed by International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Urinary Incontinence Short Form questionnaire, functional disability assessed by Oswestry disability index scores, pain intensity, pelvic floor muscle strength and endurance, and transverses abdominis muscle strength were measured before and after treatment. Functional disability and pain intensity were significantly decreased in control (P < .05) and training groups (P < .05), with no significant difference between the groups after treatment. However, UI intensity was smaller for the training group (P < .05). Pelvic floor muscle strength and endurance, and transverses abdominis muscle strength were statistically increased in the training group compared with those in the control group (P < .05). Stabilization exercises focusing on pelvic floor muscle improves stress UI as well as LBP in women with chronic nonspecific LBP.

The effects of stabilization exercises using a sling and stretching on the range of motion and cervical alignment of straight neck patients.

[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to assess how stretching exercise training and sling exercise training for stabilization influences the cervical spine angles and cervical range of motion of straight neck patients. [Subjects and Methods] Twenty straight neck patients were selected as subjects and they were randomly divided into two groups, the stretching and sling stabilization exercise groups which 60 minutes of exercise three times a week for 6weeks. All the subjects in each of the two respective study groups received an X-ray and had their cervical range of motion measured, both before and after the exercise. [Results] When differences in the cervical spine angle between the pre- and the post-test were checked, it was found that only the stretching exercise group showed statistically significant decreases in the craniovertebral angle and the cranial rotation angle. When differences in the range of motion between pre- and post-test were checked, the sling stabilization exercise group showed a significant change in flexion, right rotation, left lateral bending, right lateral bending, and the stretching exercise group showed a significant change in left rotation, left lateral bending, and right lateral bending. [Conclusion] These results indicate that both types of exercises are effective at improving the cervical range of motion of straight neck patients, and that the stretching exercise was more effective than the sling stabilization exercise at improving cervical spine angles.

The effectiveness of stability training of the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex in ballroom dancers with low back pain

Abstract Background: Low back pain is a common problem in ballroom dancers. In the United States of America about 23% of all injuries in dancers is low back pain. Low back pain in dancers can be related to the extended position of the spine during dancing. The activity of the abdominal muscles, such as transverse abdominis and multifidus muscles can play significant role in the pathomechanics of the problem. These muscles are important for stability of the pelvis and the lumbar spine. The purpose of the study was to estimate the effectiveness of stability exercises of the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex in reducing low back pain among ballroom dancers. Material/Methods: 30 professional dancers (mean age of 19 years) both males and females participated in the research. Subjects were randomised into two groups. Dancers from the first group continued normal dance training with extra stability training (the experimental group). Participants from the second group continued normal dance training only, without any modifications (the control group). The pain rate was measured by the Numerical Pain Rating Scale. The stability muscles activity was estimated with the biofeedback pressure unit in supine and prone position. Results: After 6 weeks of stability trainings in dancers from experimental group low back pain significantly decreased and the stability muscles activity improved (p &lt; 0.05). Conclusions: Results of the study show that stability exercises can be effective in reducing low back pain in ballroom dancers. However, prolonged observations and research comparing different training regimens (e.g. general exercises or Pilates) are needed.

Effect of specific stabilization exercise with ultrasound as biofeedback on superficial and deep multifidus for patients with recurrent LBP

Background: Approximately 80% of people experienced LBP in their lifetime. Evidence showed motor control deficits of the deep trunk muscles in patients with LBP which may result in less than optimal spinal stabilization and be related to recurrent/chronic symptoms. Specific stabilization exercise with feedback, which aimed to restore the function of deep trunk muscles such as superficial multifidus (sMF) and deep multifidus (dMF), was suggested to modify the deficit of motor control but the quantitative effects of stabilization exercise was lacking.

Do additional proprioception exercises to stabilization exercises have more beneficial effects on pain, muscle strength and functionality in chronic low back pain?

Purpose: This study has been carried out to investigate the efficacy of proprioception exercises in addition to stabilization exercises on pain intensity level, muscle strength and functionality in patients with chronic low back pain. Methods: 16 female and 14 male, a total of 30 patients with chronic low back pain have been recruited in this study. They have been divided into two similar groups as Group 1 ( n1 1⁄415) and Group 2 ( n21⁄415). Their mean age was 33.4±13.6 years for Group 1 and 31.3±11.3 years for Group 2. Previous surgery, acute disc diseases, rheumatic diseases, metabolic diseases, spinal stenosis, enfections, vertebral fractures and malignancy were the exclusion criteria. Patients in Group 1 (Stabilization Group) have been treated with stabilization exercises while patients in Group 2 ( Stabilizationþproprioception) have got proprioception exercises in addition to stabilization exercises in their rehabilitation program. Visual Analogue Scale has been used to measure pain intensity level and Oswestry Functional Scale for assessing functional level of the back. Their back and abdominal muscle strength had been analysed with Biodex System Pro 3 Isokinetic System. Treatment period for the both groups was 6 weeks with 3 sessions per week. Results: There was significant pain relief in resting and activity for the both groups after the treatment, but the differences between the groups were not significant. Both groups had obvious improvements in peak torque and average peak torque values of trunk flexors and extansors after the rehabilitation. Peak torque/ body weight both for flexors and extansor have increased in Group 1. Group 2 has showed significant improvement in peak torque / body weight value for the flexors, but not for the extansors. There were no significant differences in various flexor and extensor muscle strength values between the groups. Group 1 and Group 2 have showed singificant improvements in their functional level after the treatment. The functional score was 3.9±2.9 points for the Group 1 (before: 7.7±2.7 points) and, 3±1.3 points for the Group 2 (before: 8.9±3.1 points) after the rehabilitation. However, The groups did not differ significantly for it (p> 0.05). Conclusions: The effects of stabilization exercises and stabilizationþ proprioception exercises have been found similar. Each of them have beneficial effect in rehabilitation of chronic low back pain. Although both exercises can be used to relieve pain, to increase muscle strength and to enhance back functions for the patients with chronic low back pain, the future studies will be needed to clarify the additional effects of proprioception.

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PURPOSE: This study was to investigate the effect of stabilization exercise with abdominal breath on Balance and Oswestry Disability Index for Low Back Pain Patients. METHODS: The subjects were 18 low back pain patients in their twenties. The subjects were randomly assigned into experimental group and control group. Control group and experimental group both participated in 30 minutes of stabilization exercise for 8 weeks(5 times/week), and experimental group participated in stabilization exercise with abdominal breath. The subjects were tested balance and pain using BioRescue and Oswestry Diability Index respectively, before and after intervention. RESULTS: The experimental group showed a statistical significance in movement areas of the body's center(p<.05), but there was no significant differences between groups (p>.05). The experimental group showed a statistical significance in movement distances of the body's center with eyes open(p<.05), and there was significant differences between groups(p<.05). Both groups showed a statistical significance in ODI between pre and post test(p<.05) but there was no significant differences between groups(p>.05). CONCLUSION: As a result, the group participating in stabilization exercise with abdominal breath had a more effective improvement than the control group. Therefore, the stabilization exercise with abdominal breath may be used improving balance and pain in low back pain patients.

Effect of Stabilization Exercise on Pain and Disability in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain

Effect of Stabilization Exercise on Pain and Disability in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain

Effects of stabilization exercises with a Swiss ball on neck-shoulder pain and mobility of adults with prolonged exposure to VDTs.

[Purpose] This study compared the effects on neck-shoulder pain and mobility of strengthening exercises for the neck flexors and scapular retractors performed on a Swiss ball and a mat. [Subjects] Twenty student volunteers were the subjects. [Methods] The students were randomly assigned to two groups: Mat group (n=10), and Swiss ball group (n=10). At pre-test, post-test, and 1-week follow-up pain was assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS), the pain pressure threshold (PPT) of the shoulder was measured with an algometer, and neck mobility was measured with a Zebris. [Results] The data analysis revealed that there was a significant decrease in pain and significant increase in neck flexion in both groups, and the Swiss ball group showed better results. [Conclusion] Strengthening the neck flexors and scapular retractors for stabilization of the neck using exercises on a Swiss ball was more effective at reducing the pain and stabilizing the neck than mat exercises.

The effects of stabilization exercise with an oral assistive device on pain and functionality of low back pain patients.

[Purpose] This study examined low back pain patients’ decrease in pain and improvement in functionality after performance of a lumbar stabilization exercise using an oral assistive device, which can replace a lumbar assistive device. [Subjects and Methods] The experimental group (n=12) conducted a stabilization exercise using an oral assistive device after conventional physical therapy. The control group (n=12) received conventional physical therapy. In order to objectively measure pain in this study, a visual analogue scale (VAS) was used. In order to evaluate the subjects’ functional aspects while living with low back pain, the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) was used. [Results] There were statistically significant improvements in the comparison of the VAS and ODI of the experimental group and the control group. The experimental group’s VAS and ODI significantly improved after the intervention compared to the control group. [Conclusion] The stabilization exercise using the assistive device after conventional physical therapy in the rehabilitation of low back pain patients reduced subjects’ pain and increased their functional activities.

Effects of Stabilization Exercises on Knee Strength Progression in Early Period after ACL Reconstruction

Effects of Stabilization Exercises on Knee Strength Progression in Early Period after ACL Reconstruction

The effect of neck stabilization exercises in improving of forward head posture in the 20-27 years –old female students

Introduction : Spinal malalignment is a common problem in the present societies and forward head posture is one of the most common dysfunction in cervical region. The purpose of the present study is to evaluate effect of stabilization exercises in improving of forward head posture. Materials and Methods: Twenty six female students with forward head posture in age range of 20-27 years old participated in this clinical trial study. They were divided in two groups randomly (case and control groups).The land marks of tragus and spinous process of C7 were detected by white markers. The case group did cervical stabilization exercises for 8 weeks. The angle of forward head was measured before and after exercise sessions. Then this angle was compared between two groups. Results : The data revealed that mean difference angle in forward head posture in case group before and after intervention was decreased significantly than control group. (p<0.05) Conclusion: Stabilization exercises are effective in reducing of the angle, therefore it can be useful to improve forward head posture. Key words : forward head posture. Neck stabilization exercises

Effects of a stabilization exercise program in functionality and pain in patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis

To determine the effects of stabilization exercises on pain and function in patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis. Nonrandomized clinical trial, with 6 months of follow up. Twenty patients over 50 years of age with degenerative spondylolisthesis underwent a 6-month, home-based training program of stabilization exercises. We applied functional and pain scales (Visual Analogue Scale [VAS] and Oswestry Disability Index [ODI]), and conducted an isokinetic trunk test. Statistical analysis included a T test for quantitative variables, a chi-squared test for qualitative data, and Pearson correlations. The significance alfa level was 0.05. Both pain and Oswestry Index scores were significantly decreased. Initial and final VAS "back pain" results were 63.50 ± 18.05 mm and 43.4 ± 22.09 (p=0.007) respectively. Initial and final VAS "sciatic pain" results were 53.65 ± 29.03 mm and 36.65 ± 27.21 (p=0.035) respectively. Oswestry Index at the beginning of the study was 30.35 ± 15.6%, decreasing to a final 20.15 ± 13.6% (p=0.007). The results of VAS and ODI scores correlated significantly with improvement in the isokinetic test. Lumbar stabilization exercises could be an effective treatment option in controlling pain and improving function in patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis. Further investigation with randomized controlled trials is necessary to obtain confirmation of these results.

Effects of Stabilization Exercises on Health-Related Quality of Life in Women With Chronic Low Back Pain

The study examined the effects of a 4-week intensive isometric and isotonic stabilization exercise program on dimensions of health-related quality of life (HRQL) in women with chronic low back pain (CLBP). A total of 39 women (27-72 years old) provided data in an experimental study with a 9-month follow-up. Random allocation was undertaken for the two treatment groups out of the 3 groups: isometric stabilization (n = 13), isotonic stabilization (n = 13), and a control group (n = 13) that did not participate in any form of exercise. Health-related quality of life measures using the Short-Form 36 Health Survey were assessed before program initiation, immediately after program termination, and 4 times postintervention for a period of 9 months. The isometric stabilization group displayed large improvements in bodily pain and vitality for women with CLBP attending a 4-week intensive isometric stabilization exercise program. The effects were retained for a period of 9 months after program termination. Isometric stabilization exercises reduce pain and enhance vitality as dimensions of HRQL among women with chronic low back pain with such effects lasting for at least 9 months.

Sonographic Evaluation of Cross Sectional Area of Multifidus Muscle in Patients With Low Back Pain: Case-Control Analysis of the Effects of Stabilization Exercises Among Chronic Low Back Pain Patients in Kano, Nigeria

Sonographic Evaluation of Cross Sectional Area of Multifidus Muscle in Patients With Low Back Pain: Case-Control Analysis of the Effects of Stabilization Exercises Among Chronic Low Back Pain Patients in Kano, Nigeria

Clinical Usefulness of Shoulder Stability Exercises for Middle-aged Women

[Purpose] This study examined the clinical usefulness of shoulder stability exercises and the effect of stability exercise on the shoulder pain of middle-aged women. [Subjects] Twenty-two middle-aged female subjects were randomly divided into two groups: a shoulder stability exercise group (Experimental group, n=11) and a control group (n=11). [Methods] Subjects in the experimental group performed a shoulder stability exercise, which was designed to correct abnormal location of the scapula, for 40 minutes per day, three times per week, over a period of four weeks. Range of motion, muscle strength, and grasping power were measured to determine the effect of the shoulder stability exercise. The measured parameters were evaluated before and after four weeks of exercise. [Results] Following intervention, range of motion, muscle strength, and grasping power showed greater improvements in the experimental group than in the control group. [Conclusion] The results of this study show that shoulder stability exercise can improve the shoulder function of middle-aged women, and prevent damage to the shoulder joint. We consider this exercise would be useful in clinical rehabilitation.

The Effects of Stability Exercises on Shoulder Pain and Function of Middle-aged Women

The Effects of Stability Exercises on Shoulder Pain and Function of Middle-aged Women

The Effect of Stabilization Exercises Combined with Taping Therapy on Pain and Function of Patients with Myofascial Pain Syndrome

The Effect of Stabilization Exercises Combined with Taping Therapy on Pain and Function of Patients with Myofascial Pain Syndrome

Experiences of individuals with chronic low back pain during and after their participation in a spinal stabilisation exercise programme – A pilot qualitative study

Spinal stabilisation exercises are commonly used in the management of low back pain (LBP). There is limited evidence relating to patients' experiences of their involvement in such programmes. The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of a sample of individuals with chronic LBP who participated in a randomised controlled trial (RCT) investigating the most efficacious dosage and frequency of spinal stabilisation exercises. The qualitative study involved nine participants who took part in focus group discussions. The data were analysed using thematic content analysis and provided insights into the experiences of the participants. Four themes emerged: Physical dimensions of the LBP experience, emotional and psychological dimensions of the LBP experience and perceived effects of the programme and lastly, the impact of the treatment programme on participants' knowledge, understanding and adherence. In conclusion participants' experiences were not limited to the positive effects of stabilisation exercises on pain, functional disability and quality of life, but also reflected increases in confidence, the formulation of self help strategies and the ability to exert better control over their LBP. The findings highlight the importance of well planned associated educational support packages in the treatment of LBP paving the way for future qualitative research.