ABSTRACT

The research aimed to examine the impact of hemibridge exercise using a ball and balloon, in conjunction with stabilisation exercises, on forced expiratory volume in persons suffering from nonspecific chronic low back pain. Inadequate respiration, postural deficiencies, and trunk instability have been identified as potential contributors to low back discomfort. Inadequate neuromuscular regulation of core muscles adversely affects breathing, perhaps linked to musculoskeletal issues, functional impairments, and discomfort in adults aged 21 to 55 years. The impact of hemibridgeexercises with a ball and balloon, in conjunction with stabilisation exercises, on forced expiratory volume was investigated. Thirty participants engaged in a regimen of hemibridge exercises use a ball and balloon, in conjunction with stabilisation exercises, spanning a duration of 4 to 5 weeks. The research used an experimental design to examine the intervention's effects utilising the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Forced Expiratory Volume in one second (FEV1), along with the Modified Oswestry Disability Questionnaire to measure trunk stability in low back pain individuals. The data indicated a statistically significant enhancement in the mean values of the prior testing and follow-up testing (P < 0.001). Post-test data indicated superior enhancement relative to pre-test levels. The research findings suggested that hemibridge exercises with a ball and balloon, in conjunction with stabilisation exercises, significantly impacted those suffering from nonspecific chronic lower back pain. Post-intervention results demonstrated significant improvements relative to pre-intervention assessments. The findings underscore the beneficial effects of the intervention on respiratory function, pain alleviation, and trunk stability in this demographic. Keywords: Hemi-bridge, Stabilization, Forced expiratory volume, Chronic Low Back Pain, Visual analogue scale
Publication date: 15/03/2025

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2025/14.3.1061