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Effectiveness of Stability Ball Training, Dead Bug Exercises, and Their Combination on Reducing Specific Low Back Pain

NCT06749574 · Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 63

Last updated 2025-02-04

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Summary

This study is a single-blinded, randomized controlled trial (RCT) focused on individuals aged 30 to 50 with acute specific low back pain (lumbar radiculopathy). Participants will be divided into three groups: one performing stability ball exercises, one doing dead bug exercises, and the third group combining both types of exercises.

Conditions

  • Radiculopathy Lumbar

Interventions

DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

stability ball exercises

articipants in the first group performed stability ball exercises designed to enhance balance, core stability, they were introduced to the stability ball with instructions on maintaining proper posture, alignment, and safety to prevent injuries. The program included exercises such as the Stability ball bridging, stability ball bird dog and stability ball pelvic tilts were included to activate the lower abdominal muscles and glutes through gentle, controlled movements

DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

dead bug exercise

The second group focused on dead bug exercises, Participants performed exercises such as extending one arm and the opposite leg while lying on their backs, ensuring their spine remained neutral and their lower back stayed pressed into the floor. Variations included alternating opposite arm and leg movements and holding the extended position to increase the challenge and enhance core stability. These exercises were performed slowly to maintain control and improve movement precision over the eight-week period

COMBINATION_PRODUCT

Combined Groupo

The third group combined stability ball and dead bug exercises for a comprehensive training approach targeting both core stability and balance. Participants alternated between dead bug exercises, which required controlled arm and leg extensions while lying on their backs, and stability ball exercises such as the ball with bridging and bird dog. Throughout the eight weeks, participants were encouraged to maintain proper posture, alignment, and a neutral spine during all activities to ensure safety and effectiveness

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Superior University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
DIAGNOSTIC
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
30 Years
Max Age
50 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2024-02-15
Primary Completion
2024-07-10
Completion
2025-03-02

Countries

  • Pakistan

Study Locations

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