Department of Physical Therapy Faculty Articles
Title
Use of a Novel Lumbopelvic Stabilization Program in a Female Runner with Low Back Pain that Satisfies a Clinical Prediction Rule: A Case Study
ISBN or ISSN
1532-0871
Volume
26
Issue
14
Publication Date / Copyright Date
2014
First Page
254
Last Page
262
Publisher
Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Abstract
Background and Purpose: Evidence suggests patients with low back pain who satisfy a clinical prediction rule may benefit from a stabilization program. However, it is unclear if the same benefits would occur if an alternate stabilization program was used in a more active population. Therefore, the purpose of this case study was to describe the effectiveness of a novel lumbar stabilization program for a female runner who met the clinical prediction rule for success with stabilization. Methods: Case study involving an 8-week stabilization program. Findings: Upon discharge, the patient demonstrated decreased pain, decreased disability, and returned to her prior level of running. Clinical Relevance: Patients meeting the clinical prediction rule for success with a stabilization program may benefit from an alternative stabilization program. Conclusion: Individualized lumbar stabilization programs that focus on key core musculature may be beneficial to different patient populations. However, continued research is necessary to evaluate prognostic variables for stabilization in a multi-arm trial.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences | Physical Therapy | Rehabilitation and Therapy
Keywords
low back pain, clinical prediction rule, stabilization, runner
NSUWorks Citation
Hanney, William J.; Negrete, Rodney J.; Cheatham, Scott William; Pabian, Patrick S.; Salamh, Paul A.; and Kolber, Morey, "Use of a Novel Lumbopelvic Stabilization Program in a Female Runner with Low Back Pain that Satisfies a Clinical Prediction Rule: A Case Study" (2014). Department of Physical Therapy Faculty Articles. 193.
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/hpd_pt_facarticles/193
