Evaluating the Efficacy of Core Stabilization Exercises in the Management of Chronic Low Back Pain: A Study on Pain Relief and Functional Improvement

Authors: Areej M. M. Al-Abdulrahman, Mona R. Attamimi, Shorouk A. Aljarallah

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13682976

Short DOI: https://doi.org/gt9jpw

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Background: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a leading cause of disability worldwide. Core stabilization exercises have been proposed as an effective intervention to reduce pain and improve functional outcomes in patients with CLBP, but their long-term efficacy remains uncertain.

Objective: This study aimed to assess the efficacy of core stabilization exercises in managing CLBP by comparing their impact on pain relief and functional improvement with general exercise therapy.

Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 80 participants diagnosed with CLBP. Participants were randomly assigned to either a core stabilization exercise group or a general exercise therapy group. Pain intensity was measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), and functional ability was assessed using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) at baseline, post-intervention (12 weeks), and at 3-month and 6-month follow-ups.

Results: The core stabilization group demonstrated significantly greater reductions in pain intensity and improvements in functional ability compared to the general exercise group at 12 weeks (p < 0.01) and 3 months (p < 0.05). However, by the 6-month follow-up, the differences between the groups were not statistically significant. The core stabilization group also showed superior trunk muscle endurance and quality of life scores.

Conclusion: Core stabilization exercises are effective in providing short-term relief from CLBP and improving functional outcomes. However, sustained benefits may require ongoing exercise beyond the initial treatment period.

Keywords: Chronic Low Back Pain, Core Stabilization Exercises, Pain Management, Functional Outcomes, Randomized Controlled Trial.

Paper Id: 231124

Published On: 2014-06-03

Published In: Volume 2, Issue 3, May-June 2014

Cite This: Evaluating the Efficacy of Core Stabilization Exercises in the Management of Chronic Low Back Pain: A Study on Pain Relief and Functional Improvement - Areej M. M. Al-Abdulrahman, Mona R. Attamimi, Shorouk A. Aljarallah - IJIRMPS Volume 2, Issue 3, May-June 2014. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13682976

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