Effect of core stabilization exercises on balance, physical performance and quality of life in post-menopausal women

Prachita Walankar; Raveena Kini; Vrushali Panhale; Mokshada Kawale

doi:10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20230934

Authors

Prachita Walankar Mahatma Gandhi Missions, College of Physiotherapy, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Raveena Kini Mahatma Gandhi Missions, College of Physiotherapy, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Vrushali Panhale Mahatma Gandhi Missions, College of Physiotherapy, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Mokshada Kawale Mahatma Gandhi Missions, College of Physiotherapy, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20230934

Keywords:

Balance, Core, Physical function, Post-menopausal women, Quality of life

Abstract

Background: The study aimed to evaluate the effect of core stabilization exercises on balance, physical performance and quality of life in postmenopausal women.

Methods: An interventional study was conducted in 30 postmenopausal women. Participants were randomly assigned to two treatment groups. Group 1 (N=15) received core stabilization exercises along with conventional therapy and Group 2 (N=15) conventional therapy alone. The assessments were made using one leg stance test, Y balance test, short physical performance battery and menopause specific quality of life questionnaire at baseline and after 4 weeks of intervention.

Results: In Group 1 and Group 2, there was a statistically significant difference seen in one leg stance test, Y balance test, short physical performance battery and menopause specific quality of life questionnaire pre and post intervention (p<0.05). A significant difference was seen in dynamic balance in Group 1 (p<0.05). However, there was no significant difference seen in one leg stance test, short physical performance battery and menopause specific quality of life questionnaire scores between the two groups (p>0.05).

Conclusions: Core stabilisation exercises have proven to be more effective than conventional exercises alone for improving dynamic balance in post-menopausal women. However, both are equally effective in improving static balance, physical performance and quality of life in postmenopausal women.

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