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da Silva AAC, Gomes SRA, do Nascimento RM, Fonseca AK, Pegado R, Souza CG, Macedo LDB. Effects of transcranial direct current stimulation combined with Pilates-based exercises in the treatment of chronic low back pain in outpatient rehabilitation service in Brazil: double-blind randomised controlled trial protocol. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e075373. [PMID: 38159941 PMCID: PMC10759071 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-075373] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Chronic low back pain may be associated with pathoanatomical, neurophysiological, physical, psychological and social factors; thus, treatments to reduce symptoms are important to improve the quality of life of this population. We aimed to evaluate the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) combined with Pilates-based exercises compared with sham stimulation on pain, quality of life and disability in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This is a protocol for a double-blind randomised controlled trial with participants, outcome assessor and statistician blinded. We will include 36 individuals with a history of non-specific chronic low back pain for more than 12 weeks and minimum pain intensity of 3 points on the Numerical Pain Rating Scale. Individuals will be randomised into two groups: (1) active tDCS combined with Pilates-based exercises and (2) sham tDCS combined with Pilates-based exercises. Three weekly sessions of the protocol will be provided for 4 weeks, and individuals will be submitted to three assessments: the first (T0) will be performed before the intervention protocol, the second (T1) immediately after the intervention protocol and the third (T2) will be a follow-up 1 month after the end of the intervention. We will assess pain, disability, central sensitisation, quality of life, pressure pain threshold, global impression of change, adverse events and medication use. The Numerical Pain Rating Scale and the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire will be used at T1 to assess pain and disability, respectively, as primary outcome measures. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This trial was prospectively registered in ClinicalTrials.gov website and ethically approved by the Ethics and Research Committee of the Faculty of Health Sciences of Trairi (report number: 5.411.244) before data collection. We will publish the results in a peer-reviewed medical journal and on institution websites. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT05467566).
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- Graduate Program in Health Sciences. Graduate Program in Physical Therapy, UFRN, Natal, Brazil
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- Faculty of Health Sciences of Trairi, Post Graduation Program in Rehabilitation Science, UFRN, Santa Cruz, Brazil
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- Faculty of Health Sciences of Trairi, Post Graduation Program in Rehabilitation Science, UFRN, Santa Cruz, Brazil
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Amerian Z, ShahAli S, Rezaeian ZS, Shanbehzadeh S. Dynamic postural control in women athletes with and without nonspecific low back pain with high and low pain-related anxiety- A case-control study. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil 2023; 15:149. [PMID: 37936206 PMCID: PMC10631043 DOI: 10.1186/s13102-023-00764-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND Low back pain is common among athletes and it has been shown that postural control is altered in the general population with nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP). Psychological factors may also predispose individuals to risk of altered postural control. Dynamic postural control is essential to the performance of athletes. This study aimed to compare the dynamic postural control between women athletes with and without NSLBP with high and low pain-related anxiety. METHODS Forty-five female athletes (15 NSLBP with high pain-related anxiety, 15 NSLBP with low pain-related anxiety, and 15 healthy (control)) were included. Pain-related anxiety was assessed using the Pain Anxiety Symptom Scale-20 (PASS-20). Based on the cut-off score of 30 for the total score of PASS-20, NSLBP patients were classified into two groups of low and high pain-related anxiety. Participants performed double-leg vertical drop jump (DVJ) and single-leg vertical jump (SVJ) tests on a Kistler force plate (type 9260AA6, Kistler Instruments Inc, Switzerland). The total root mean square (RMS) of the center of pressure (COP), COP displacement in the anteroposterior (AP), and mediolateral (ML) directions, COP mean velocity, and time to stabilization (TTS) in vertical, AP, and total directions were extracted from COP and ground reaction force data using MATLAB software. One-way Analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Welch's ANOVA were employed to compare the groups. In case of significant findings, post hoc tests were performed. RESULTS The results showed that during DJV, athletes with high pain-related anxiety had significantly greater TTS in all total, AP, and ML directions than other groups (P < 0.05). Also, the control group showed greater total RMS distance during DJV than either NSLBP group. However, no significant differences in TTS and COP parameters were found between the groups during SVJ (P > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS The findings suggest that pain-related anxiety may contribute to athletes' postural control strategies. Therefore, it is important to consider the level of pain-related anxiety during planning postural control exercises for women athletes with NSLBP.
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- Zahra Amerian
- Iranian Center of Excellence in Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Iranian Center of Excellence in Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Musculoskeletal Research Center, Rehabilitation Research Institute and Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences,, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Iranian Center of Excellence in Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Chang MC, Park D, Choo YJ. Use of QR Codes for Promoting a Home-Based Therapeutic Exercise in Patients with Lumbar Disc Herniation and Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Prospective Randomized Study. J Pain Res 2022; 15:4065-4073. [PMID: 36582658 PMCID: PMC9793788 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s391735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Accepted: 12/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Purpose In the current study, we investigated the usefulness of the quick response (QR) code linked to the source of a video of home-based therapeutic exercise to promote home-based therapeutic exercise in patients with LDH and LSS. Patients and Methods Forty patients with LDH and LSS were included in this study. The patients were randomly assigned to one of two groups: QR codes or control groups (20 patients per group). The QR code group received QR code stickers linked with a video that includes a demonstration on how to exercise for the back muscles. We instructed the patients to perform home-based therapeutic exercises three or more days a week. Patients in the control group were asked to perform the therapeutic exercise without providing a QR code to them. The primary outcome was the number of exercises per week. The scores of the numeric rating scale (NRS) and Oswestry disability index (ODI) were investigated as secondary outcomes. Results The patients in the QR code group exercised for the lower back muscles on average about two times a week, and 40% of the patients in the QR code group performed the exercise three or more days a week. However, almost no patients in the control group performed therapeutic exercises. Patients in the QR code group showed significantly lower ODI scores at the 1-month and 2-month follow-ups compared with the control group. In addition, the patients who exercised ≥3 times per week showed more improvement in the disability than those who exercised <3 times per week. The NRS scores for lower back pain and radicular leg pain were not significantly different between the QR code and control groups. Conclusion We found that QR codes can be useful for encouraging patients with LDH or LSS to perform home-based therapeutic exercises.
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- Min Cheol Chang
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Yeungnam University Hospital, Daegu, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, Republic of Korea
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- Medical Interdisciplinary Team, Medical Device Development Center, Daegu-Gyeongbuk Medical Innovation Foundation, Daegu, 41061, Republic of Korea,Correspondence: Yoo Jin Choo, Medical Interdisciplinary Team, Medical Device Development Center, Daegu-Gyeongbuk Medical Innovation Foundation, 80, Cheombok-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu, 41061, Republic of Korea, Tel +82 10 7344 7841, Email
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Baig AAM, Ansari B. Bilateral Asymmetrical Limb Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Effects on Pain, Multifidus Activity, Range of Motion, and Disability in Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2022; 45:604-613. [PMID: 37294220 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2023.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2022] [Revised: 04/12/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of bilateral asymmetrical limb proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) pattern exercises on lumbar multifidus (LM) activity, pain, disability, and lumbar range of motions (ROMs) compared to Swiss ball exercises in patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP). METHODS A randomized controlled trial was conducted at the Sindh Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Karachi, Pakistan, between March 2020 and January 2021. A sample size of 150 patients with CLBP was randomized into 2 groups. Participants in the intervention group (n = 75) received bilateral asymmetrical limb PNF, while the comparison group (n = 75) received Swiss ball exercises. The scores of the visual analog scale, Oswestry Disability Index, Modified-Modified Schober's test, and percentage of the maximum voluntary contractions of LM (%MVC LM) through surface electromyography were recorded before and after 15 sessions of exercises. The Wilcoxon signed rank and Mann-Whitney U tests were employed for within-group and between-group comparisons of all outcomes, respectively. The considered level of significance was 0.05. The trial was registered with ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT04206137). RESULTS Pain (in sitting, standing, and walking), disability on the Oswestry Disability Index, and left side %MVC LM were significantly improved (P < .001) in the PNF group compared to the comparison group except for right side %MVC LM and ROMs on the Modified-Modified Schober's test (P > .05). CONCLUSION Bilateral asymmetrical limb PNF exercises showed improvement in pain, disability, and LM activity of patients with CLBP more than those who used Swiss ball exercises.
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- Aftab Ahmed Mirza Baig
- Department of Physiotherapy, Sindh Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
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- Health, Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Karachi, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
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Kazemkhani N, ShahAli S, Shanbehzadeh S. Comparison of Isometric Strength of the Trunk and Hip Muscle Groups in Female Athletes with and without Low Back Pain: A Cross-Sectional Study. Med J Islam Repub Iran 2022; 36:62. [PMID: 36128283 PMCID: PMC9448477 DOI: 10.47176/mjiri.36.62] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2021] [Accepted: 06/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background: Low back pain (LBP) is a common musculoskeletal disorder in athletes. Reduced strength in hip and trunk muscles has been observed among non-athletes with low back pain. This study aimed to compare the strength of trunk and hip muscles between female athletes with and without LBP and to investigate strength association with disability level in female athletes with LBP. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 26 female athletes with LBP and 30 female athletes without LBP. The strength of the trunk and hip muscles was measured using a hand-held dynamometer and the impact of LBP on the sports activities and activities of daily living was measured using the Athletes Disability Index (ADI). Data analysis was done using an independent sample t test and the Pearson correlation coefficient. Results: There were no significant differences between groups for trunk and hip muscles strength (p > 0.05). A fair to moderate correlation was seen between the strength of the trunk, hip abductors, flexor and extensors muscles and the scores of the ADI questionnaire in the LBP group (r = -0.26 to -0.48). However, there was no significant correlation between the strength of hip adductor muscles and the scores on the ADI questionnaire. Conclusion: Based on the results, the strength of trunk and hip muscles was not different between athletes with and without LBP. It is recommended that athletes' training be done during functional tasks rather than strengthening a single muscle group.
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- Niloufar Kazemkhani
- Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran,Corresponding author: Dr Shabnam ShahAli,
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- Rehabilitation Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Effects of Core Stabilization Exercise Programs on Changes in Erector Spinae Contractile Properties and Isokinetic Muscle Function of Adult Females with a Sedentary Lifestyle. APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/app12052501] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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This study aimed to investigate the effect of core stabilization exercises on the contractile properties and isokinetic muscle function of adult females with a sedentary lifestyle. We enrolled 105 adult females. Tensiomyography was performed on the erector spinae, and the isokinetic muscular functional test was performed on the trunk at an angular velocity of 60°/s and 90°/s. All participants performed the exercise for 60 min per day, 3 times a week, for 7 weeks. A Wilcoxon signed-rank test was performed at a significance level of 0.05. Tensiomyography (TMG) of the erector spinae revealed no significant post-exercise change in the contraction time; however, there was a significant post-exercise increase in the maximum radial displacement and mean velocity until 90% of the TMG was displaced. Additionally, the isokinetic muscular functional test of the trunk revealed a significant post-exercise increase in almost all variables. Our findings demonstrated that the core stabilization exercise reduced stiffness in the erector spinae, increased the velocity of erector spinae contraction, and effectively improved the isokinetic muscular function of the trunk.
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Vibrating Exercise Equipment in Middle-Age and Older Women with Chronic Low Back Pain and Effects on Bioelectrical Activity, Range of Motion and Pain Intensity: A Randomized, Single-Blinded Sham Intervention Study. BIOLOGY 2022; 11:biology11020268. [PMID: 35205134 PMCID: PMC8869153 DOI: 10.3390/biology11020268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2021] [Revised: 02/06/2022] [Accepted: 02/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Simple Summary Physical activity is often recommended as part of the management of chronic low back pain, which is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders. Vibrating exercise equipment is used despite little scientific evidence to support its effectiveness in the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal problems. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of using vibrating exercise equipment in women with chronic low back pain. Here, 92 women aged 49–80 years were assigned to one of two groups: the experimental and the control group. The intervention consisted of aerobic exercises with specific handheld equipment. Both groups performed physical activity twice weekly for 10 weeks. The erector spinae muscles’ bioelectrical activity, the lumbar range of motion and pain intensity were measured in all participants at baseline and after 10 weeks. Compared with baseline measures, there was a significant decrease in the bioelectrical activity of the erector spinae muscles during flexion movement, rest at maximum flexion, extension movement and rest in a prone position; an increase in the lumbar range of motion and a decrease in pain intensity following a program of physical activity with vibrating exercise equipment. No significant changes were found in intergroup comparisons; however, physical activity with vibrating exercise equipment could be a prospective strategy for increasing lumbar range of motion and decreasing pain and erector spinae muscle activity in people with chronic low back pain. Abstract Background: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders. Physical activity (PA) is often recommended as part of the management of CLBP, but to date, no one particular exercise has been shown to be superior. Vibrating exercise equipment (VEE) is widely available and used despite little scientific evidence to support its effectiveness in the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal problems. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of using VEE compared with sham-VEE in women with CLBP. Methods: A randomized (1:1 randomization scheme) single-blinded sham-controlled intervention study was conducted. Through simple randomization, 92 women aged 49–80 years were assigned to one of two groups: VEE (the experimental group) and sham-VEE (the control group). The VEE and sham-VEE intervention consisted of aerobic exercises with specific handheld equipment. Both groups performed physical activity twice weekly for 10 weeks. The erector spinae muscles’ bioelectrical activity (using an eight-channel electromyograph MyoSystem 1400L), lumbar range of motion (Schober’s test) and pain intensity (visual analog scale) were measured in all participants at baseline and after 10 weeks. Results: There was a significant decrease in the bioelectrical activity of the erector spinae muscles during flexion movement (left: Me = 18.2 before; Me = 14.1 after; p = 0.045; right: Me = 15.4 before; Me = 12.6 after; p = 0.010), rest at maximum flexion (left: Me = 18.1 before; Me = 12.5 after; p = 0.038), extension movement (right: Me = 21.8 before; Me = 20.2 after; p = 0.031) and rest in a prone position (right: Me = 3.5 before; Me = 3.2 after; 0.049); an increase in lumbar range of motion (Me = 17.0 before; Me = 18.0 after; p = 0.0017) and a decrease in pain intensity (Me = 4.0 before; Me = 1.0 after; p = 0.001) following a program of PA in the VEE group. Conclusions: No significant changes were found in intergroup comparisons. The beneficial changes regarding decreased subjective pain sensation in the VEE and sham-VEE groups may be due to participation in systematic physical activity. However, PA with vibrating exercise equipment could be a prospective strategy for increasing lumbar range of motion and for decreasing pain and erector spinae muscle activity in people with CLBP.
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Almeida VC, Lima VB, Costa KM, Sandes SS, de Farias Neto JP, da Silva Junior WM. Do patients with low back pain and central sensitization have differences in physical fitness? J Bodyw Mov Ther 2021; 28:193-201. [PMID: 34776141 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.06.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2020] [Revised: 05/01/2021] [Accepted: 06/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Low back pain is one of the main musculoskeletal complaints, and may be associated with central sensitization (CS). The physical capacity of patients with low back pain and CS is not very clear. METHODS A cross-sectional study, with 92 patients divided into two groups according to their risk of CS. The patient's physical capacity ability was assessed using 6-min walking test (6MWT); timed up and go test (TUG); sit-to-stand test (STS); and trunk flexor, extensor and side-bridge endurance tests. In addition, participants completed questionnaires regarding disability, kinesiophobia, catastrophization and quality of life. RESULTS The group with a higher risk of CS had worst performance in the 6MWT (U = 1248; p < 0.001), STS (t(83) = 3.63; p < 0.001) and TUG (t(83) = -4.46; p < 0.001). Similarly, endurance in the right (U = 1453,5; p = 0,002) and left (U = 1467; p = 0,003) side-bridge tests, and the trunk extensor test (U = 1546; p = 0,003) was worse. Disability (U = 1272; p < 0.001), physical capacity kinesiophobia (t(83) = -2.21; p = 0.03) work kinesiophobia (U = 1452; p < 0.001), and pain catastrophization (t(77.57) = -5.03; p < 0.001), were also higher in the group with a higher risk of CS. Quality of life indicators were worse in the higher risk group for all domains of the EQ-5D-3L: Mobility (X2(1) = 12.92; p < 0.001), self-care (X2(1) = 16,3; p = 0,012), usual activities (X2(2) = 14.14; p = 0.001), pain (X2(2) = 27.79; p < 0.001), anxiety and depression (X2(2) = 15.05; p = 0.001). CONCLUSION Patients with low back pain and higher risks of CS appear to show lower performance in physical capacity tests, higher rates of disability, kinesiophobia, pain catastrophization, and lower quality of life compared to those with lower risks of CS.
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- Graduated Student in Physical Therapy, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristovão, Sergipe, Brazil
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Effects of a 6-week core stabilization training program on dynamic balance and trunk stabilization endurance of horse riders. SPORT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s11332-020-00729-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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AbstractThe purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of a 6-week core stabilization training program (CSTP) in improving dynamic balance and back-extensor endurance of horse riders; and develop a measurement tool in assessing the dynamic postural stabilization endurance for horse riders. Twelve male horse riders (age: 23.58 ± 1.93 years; height: 165.09 ± 4.60 cm; weight: 56.53 ± 4.75 kg; experience in horse racing: 1.75 ± 0.34 years) completed 12 training sessions in 6 weeks. Subjects performed the CSTP with two progressions. CSTP started with the basic consciousness activation exercises, and then eliminated visual feedback in dynamic balance task on unstable surfaces and finished with switching the center of gravity. Moderate-to-large difference was demonstrated in the Y-Balance test scores for right leg (102.81 ± 8.32 vs 106.471 ± 4.35 cm, d = 0.55, 95% CL 0.00 to 1.08) and left leg (102.04 ± 3.20 vs 106.29 ± 3.62 cm, d = 1.25, 95% CL 0.41 to 2.05) following 6 weeks CSTP. However, trivial to small differences was reported between left and right leg in pre (d = 0.12, 95% CL − 0.49 to 0.73) and post 6-week CSTP (d = 0.04, 95% CL − 0.69 to 0.78). Biering–Sørensen test (BST) shows largely greater performance after 6-week CSTP (98.3 ± 30.1 vs 131.8 ± 19.0 s, d = 1.33, 95% CL 0.54–2.09). A novel measurement, Swiss ball four-point kneeling test was shown to be correlated with the change in BST (r = 0.633).
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Fortin M, Rye M, Roussac A, Naghdi N, Macedo LG, Dover G, Elliott JM, DeMont R, Weber MH, Pepin V. The effects of combined motor control and isolated extensor strengthening versus general exercise on paraspinal muscle morphology and function in patients with chronic low back pain: a randomised controlled trial protocol. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:472. [PMID: 34022854 PMCID: PMC8141240 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04346-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Accepted: 05/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Background Exercise is a common approach for the management of patients with chronic non-specific low back pain (LBP). However, there is no clear mechanistic evidence or consensus on what type of exercise is more effective than others. While considerable evidence suggests a link between lumbar muscle health (e.g., atrophy and fatty infiltration) with functional deficits, it is unknown whether exercises targeting the lumbar spine can lead to noticeable improvements in muscle health and functional outcomes. The primary aim of this study is to compare the effect of combined motor control and isolated strengthening lumbar exercises (MC + ILEX) versus a general exercise group (GE) on multifidus muscle morphology (size and composition). Secondary aims include assessing the effect of the interventions on overall paraspinal muscle health, pain and disability, as well as psychological factors as possible effect modifiers. Methods A total of 50 participants with chronic non-specific LBP and moderate to severe disability, aged between 18 and 60, will be recruited from the local orthopaedic clinics and university community. Participants will be randomised (1:1) to either the MC + ILEX or GE group. Participants will undergo 24 individually supervised exercise sessions over a 12-week period. The primary outcome will be multifidus morphology (atrophy) and composition (fatty infiltration). Secondary outcomes will be muscle function (e.g., % thickness change during contraction), morphology, lumbar extension strength, pain intensity and disability. Potential treatment effect modifiers including maladaptive cognitions (fear of movement, catastrophizing), anxiety, depression, physical activity, and sleep quality will also be assessed. All measurements will be obtained at baseline, 6-week and 12-week; self-reported outcomes will also be collected at 24-week. Between-subjects repeated measure analysis of variance will be used to examine the changes in paraspinal muscle morphology over the different time points. Linear mixed models will be used to assess whether baseline scores can modify the response to the exercise therapy treatment. Discussion The results of this study will help clarify which of these two common interventions promote better results in terms of overall paraspinal muscle heath, back pain, disability and psychological factors in adults with chronic LBP. Trial registration NTCT04257253, registered prospectively on February 5, 2020.
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- Maryse Fortin
- Department Health Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke Street W, SP-165.29, Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1R6, Canada. .,PERFORM Centre, Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. .,Centre de Recherche Interdisciplinaire en Réadaptation (CRIR), Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
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- Department Health Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke Street W, SP-165.29, Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1R6, Canada
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- Department Health Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke Street W, SP-165.29, Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1R6, Canada
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- Department Health Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke Street W, SP-165.29, Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1R6, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department Health Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke Street W, SP-165.29, Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1R6, Canada.,PERFORM Centre, Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Centre de Recherche Interdisciplinaire en Réadaptation (CRIR), Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA.,Northern Sydney Local Health District, The Kolling Institute and Faculty of Health Sciences, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department Health Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke Street W, SP-165.29, Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1R6, Canada.,PERFORM Centre, Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department Health Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke Street W, SP-165.29, Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1R6, Canada.,PERFORM Centre, Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Low-Back Pain and Knee Position-Related Differences on Postural Control Measures During a One-Legged Stance in Athletes. J Sport Rehabil 2020; 30:631-637. [PMID: 33238243 DOI: 10.1123/jsr.2020-0095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2020] [Revised: 06/22/2020] [Accepted: 09/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
Abstract
CONTEXT Chronic low-back pain (CLBP) may be associated with changes in postural balance in athletes as poor postural control during sports practice. OBJECTIVE To compare the postural control of athletes with and without CLBP during 2 one-legged stance tasks and identify the center of pressure (COP) cutoff values to determine the main differences. Designed: A cross-sectional study. SETTING Laboratory of functional evaluation and human motor performance. PARTICIPANTS A total of 56 male athletes, 28 with and 28 without CLBP (mean age = 26 y). INTERVENTION The one-legged stance with knee extension and with the knee at 30° flexion tasks were measured and analyzed on a force platform. The participants completed three 30-second trials (30 s of rest between each trial). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The COP parameters: the area of COP, mean COP sway velocity in both the anteroposterior and mediolateral directions, and total COP displacement were computed, and a receiver operating characteristics curve analysis was applied to determine the group differences. RESULTS Athletes with CLBP had poorer postural control (P < .01) in both tasks. The 30° knee flexion reported more postural instability than the knee extension for all COP parameters (a large effect size d = 0.80).The knee extension cutoffs identified were >7.1 cm2 for the COP area, >2.6 cm/s for the COP sway velocity in the anterior-posterior direction, and >3.2 cm/s for the mediolateral direction. Whereas, the 30° knee flexion cutoffs were >10.9 cm2 for the COP area, >2.9 cm/s for the COP sway velocity in the anterior-posterior direction, and >4.1 cm/s for the mediolateral direction. Both measures showed enough sensitivity and specificity (ie, area under the curve = 0.88 in and 0.80, respectively) to discriminate both groups. CONCLUSIONS The athletes with CLBP had poorer postural control than the healthy athletes and obtained specific cutoff scores from the COP values.
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