Chronic LDH
Conditions
Keywords
Cchronic LDH, Pilates, Mİddle Aged Women, Proprioception
Brief summary
The aim of this study is to determine the effects of core stabilization-focused Pilates exercises on sensorimotor function in middle-aged women diagnosed with chronic lumbar disc herniation (LDH). A total of 30 women who continue their normal daily activities and meet the inclusion criteria will be included in the study, with 15 participants in the treatment group and 15 in the control group. The study will involve an exercise intervention protocol consisting of Pilates exercises requiring full participation over an 8-week period.
Detailed description
Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is a common musculoskeletal disorder resulting from the degeneration of intervertebral discs in the lumbar spine and the compression of nerve roots. This condition leads to symptoms such as low back pain, numbness in the lower extremities, muscle weakness, and balance impairments, significantly limiting individuals' daily activities and quality of life. Pilates is a mind-body exercise approach that focuses on the activation of deep core muscles (such as the transversus abdominis and multifidus), breathing control, and body awareness. This exercise model is thought to potentially reverse pain-induced cortical reorganization in the motor cortex and improve sensorimotor integration by promoting neuromuscular re-education. Although the effects of Pilates on trunk proprioception have been investigated in the literature, studies specifically examining its impact on ankle proprioception and distal muscle strength in patients with LDH are limited. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate the effects of Pilates on the sensorimotor system in middle-aged women with chronic lumbar disc herniation.
Interventions
OTHERPilates Exercise
Pİlates Group: 8-week Pilates exercise program
Sponsors
Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
45 Years to 60 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* \* Female individuals aged 45-60 years diagnosed with lumbar disc herniation (LDH), * Individuals who were diagnosed with LDH at least one year prior, * Individuals who have not received any therapeutic exercise treatment in the past year, * Individuals without any communication impairments (visual or hearing), * Individuals who have not undergone any surgical procedure within the last 6 months, * Individuals who voluntarily agree to participate in the study.
Exclusion criteria
* \* Individuals who do not wish to participate in the study, * Individuals who do not meet the age criteria, * Individuals currently receiving therapeutic exercise treatment, * Individuals with conditions that may affect ankle muscle strength and sensation (e.g., diabetes, rheumatologic diseases, neuromuscular disorders).
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Proprioceptive Sense/Joint Position Sense | From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks | Ankle joint position sense will be assessed to evaluate proprioceptive function. The assessment will be performed in a standing position. Reflective markers will be placed on anatomical landmarks used as pivot points for goniometric measurement of the ankle, and participants' feet will be labeled with their names to prevent any confusion. Participants will be asked to transfer their body weight onto one leg. During this, on the side to be measured, they will be instructed to maintain a position with the hip at 30° flexion and the knee at 60° flexion, lightly touching the ground with the toes. Two rigid devices providing 0° and 10° angles at the ankle joint will be used. The ankle will be positioned at the target angle using these devices, and the participant will be asked to hold this position for 5 seconds. Afterward, the foot will be returned to the initial position. Participants will then be asked to look straight ahead and actively reproduce the same ankle position, at which poi |
| Tibialis Anterior Muscle Test | "From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks" | The strength of the tibialis anterior muscle will be measured using the Lafayette Muscle Testing device (Model 01165, FDA Medical, Canada). The test will be conducted in a seated position. Prior to the assessment, participants will be informed about the procedure, and similar to manual muscle testing, they will be asked to pull their ankle toward themselves with maximum effort. |
| Functional Reach Test | From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks | This test is a practically applicable assessment and is preferred in many studies for evaluating dynamic balance. The only requirements for its administration are a measuring tape and sufficient space. |
| Time Up Go Test | From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks | Before the test, participants will be informed about the procedure and the test will be demonstrated. Upon the "start" command, the participant will be asked to rise from a chair, walk around a target placed 3 meters away, and return to sit on the chair. Timing will be measured using a stopwatch. The test will be repeated three times, and the best time, in seconds, will be recorded. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Pain Assesment | From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks | The Visual Analog Scale (VAS), which is widely used in studies for pain assessment due to its ease of use and practicality, will be employed to evaluate pain. |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed