Effects of Core Stability Training on the Function and Control of Deep Stabilizing Muscles

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Core Stability

• Registration Number: NCT06672809
• Lead Sponsor: Kyungdong University

Brief Summary

This study investigates the effects of core stability training on the functionality and control of deep stabilizing muscles in healthy adults. Core stability exercises focus on strengthening the transversus abdominis and related core muscles to prevent and manage low back pain. Participants are randomly assigned to either the experimental group, performing core stability exercises on unstable surfaces such as a reformer, or the control group, performing aerobic exercises. Outcomes are measured by changes in muscle thickness and contraction time using rehabilitative ultrasound imaging, aiming to demonstrate the potential of core stabilization for enhancing spine support and reducing lower back pain.

Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Study First Submitted: 2024-11-01
• Study First Submitted QC: 2024-11-01
• Study Start: 2024-11-04
• Study First Posted: 2024-11-04
• Status Verified: 2025-01
• Primary Completion: 2025-01-10
• Study Completion: 2025-01-10
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-01-14
• Last Update Posted: 2025-01-15

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 60

Inclusion Criteria

• Aged between 20 and 29 years
• Healthy adults who can understand and complete the planned training program
• Individuals who have signed informed consent to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria

• Individuals with balance disorders due to orthopedic or neurological conditions
• Those with cardiopulmonary diseases
• Individuals who have undergone surgery within the past 6 months
• Persons with other physical disabilities that could interfere with the study
• Individuals who have participated in similar studies recently
• Pregnant individuals

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Thickness of Deep Stabilizing Muscles	Baseline and 8 weeks after the intervention	The thickness of the core stabilizing muscles, including the rectus abdominis, transversus abdominis, internal oblique, and external oblique, is measured using rehabilitative ultrasound imaging (RUSI). For this assessment, a 10 MHz linear probe or a 3.5 MHz convex probe is positioned 2.5 cm lateral to the umbilicus while the participant lies in a supine position. The measurement captures the distance between the upper and lower fascial layers of each muscle, providing an indication of muscle thickness. Three measurements are taken, and the median value is used in analysis.
Contraction Time of Deep Stabilizing Muscles	Baseline and 8 weeks after the intervention	This measure assesses the contraction time of deep stabilizing muscles, specifically during a hollowing exercise where the participant engages the transversus abdominis and other abdominal muscles. Using rehabilitative ultrasound imaging (RUSI), the probe is positioned 2.5 cm lateral to the umbilicus to observe muscle activation. Contraction time is recorded as the duration from the onset of muscle activation to full contraction. Measurements are taken three times, with the median value used for analysis.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Department of Physical Therapy, Kyungdong University; 🇰🇷 Wonju, Gangwon-do, Korea, Republic of