Compairing Core Stability and General Exercise for Chronic Low Back Pain Patients Using Three Stability Tests on Stability of Lumbopelvic Region

Abstract

Introduction: It is a matter of controversy whether core stability exercise is preferred to other types of exercise for chronic low back pain. Lumbopelvic stability is an important element in low back pain. No study was found using Lumbopelvic stability tests in comparing core stability and other exercises. The single leg squat, dip test and runner pose test appear to be suitable as tests for lumbopelvic stability. The aim of this study was to compare “core stability” and “General exercise” using these tests and also Oswestry disability questionnaire and pain intensity.