Static and Dynamic Core Stability Exercises in Potpartum Back Pain

Comparison of Static and Dynamic Core Stability Exercises on Pain and Disability in Postpartum Back Pain

To compare the effects of static exercises with dynamic core stability on pain and disability in postpartum back pain.

The study comprised 28 participants. The individuals were subdivided into binary groups, group A performed static exercises and group B performed dynamic exercises including swiss ball, each containing 14 subjects. Baseline treatment (Hot pack, TENS and posture correction) to both groups was given along with core stability exercises. Core stability exercises were performed on both group for 4 weeks. The pretreatment and post treatment tests are measured using the scale VAS (visual analog scale) and Oswestry disability index questionnaire. Both groups have shown the improvement in postpartum lumber pain and an improved in daily life activities. But swiss ball exercises have more significant improvement on pain and disability in patients having postpartum lumber pain.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age groups of 18 to 35
• Pain more than 4/10 on VAS
• Without referred pain to lower limbs
• Women with normal delivery

Exclusion Criteria:

• Nulliparous women
• Osteoporosis and OA
• Systemic arterial hypertension
• Hypersensitivity to electrical modalities
• Any fracture (spine, rib) or injury
• Any abdominal surgery
• Any other general ailment
• Vertebral or disc pathologies