The components, parameters and outcomes of core stability training for lower extremity dysfunctions: a systematic review of experimental trials

Dar, Shahid Mohd and Kamsan, Siti Salwana and Khairul, Elin Elisa and Rahman, Nor Azlina and Justine, Maria (2025) The components, parameters and outcomes of core stability training for lower extremity dysfunctions: a systematic review of experimental trials. Turkish Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, 36 (2). pp. 241-256. ISSN 2651-4451 E-ISSN 2651-446X

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Abstract

Purpose: Core stability exercises, widely used for treating low back pain has recently been reported to rehabilitate lower extremity dysfunctions. However, information on the components and parameters of the exercise remains scarce. Hence, the aim of this systematic review was to synthesize evidence on core stability training for lower limb dysfunctions and determine the key components, parameters, and impact of the exercises. Methods: A systematic search of electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus, ScienceDirect, Ovid, Cochrane, and Google Scholar) was carried out covering the period from January 2000 to March 2024. Articles were screened based on predefined criteria and their quality was assessed by using PEDro scale. Relevant data on the components, parameters, and outcomes of core stability exercise, were extracted and descriptively synthesized. Results: Out of 2393 articles identified, seven articles met the criteria. Five trials administered exercise programme containing both isometric and isotonic exercises, with curl ups, bridges, quadruped stance and transverse abdominis contraction being the most frequent exercise routines. Most of the studies used isometric exercise with 5-second hold and 6-8 repetitions for each movement while for isotonic exercises most studies used 10 repetitions of 2-3 sets per movement. Significant reduction in pain and improvement in muscle strength, mobility, balance, foot posture and joint stability were reported. Conclusion: Core stability training shows encouraging outcomes in improving lower limb dysfunctions in nonathletic individuals by enhancing lumbopelvic control. However, due to heterogeneity in studies further research is needed to establish the most effective components and their impact on various lower limb outcomes

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Core stability, Exercise therapy, Lower extremity, Postural balance, Proprioception
Subjects:	R Medicine > RD Surgery > RD701 Orthopedics R Medicine > RM Therapeutics. Pharmacology > RM695 Physical medicine. Physical therapy
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Allied Health Sciences
Depositing User:	Shahid Mohd Dar
Date Deposited:	25 Sep 2025 11:41
Last Modified:	25 Sep 2025 11:41
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/123375

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