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Effects of Mezieres Method on Muscle Imbalance, Body Awareness and Postural Alignment in Athletes With Lower Back Pain.
Sponsor: Green International University
Summary
The current study is a randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of the Mezieres Method combined with core stabilization versus routine physiotherapy involving core stabilization on muscle imbalance, body awareness, and postural alignment in athletes with lower back pain. Eligible participants will be randomly allocated into two groups: an experimental group receiving the Mezieres Method plus core stabilization exercises and a control group receiving routine physiotherapy treatment involving core stabilization alone. Outcomes related to muscle imbalance, body awareness, postural alignment, and pain/function will be assessed before and after the intervention period. The study seeks to determine whether the Mezieres Method combined with core stabilization provides additional benefits in athletes with lower back pain.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 35 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
36
Start Date
2025-01-01
Completion Date
2026-05-10
Last Updated
2026-05-28
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Mezieres method plus core stabilization
Participants in Group A was receive Mezières method therapy, focusing on progressive stretching and postural correction aimed at restoring muscle balance and improving awareness of body alignment. Sessions was target major posterior chain muscles, including the erector spinae, hamstrings, and gluteal muscles, using slow, sustained stretching techniques. Each Mezières session was last 30-35 minutes, followed by core stabilization exercises for 15-20 minutes, including plank variations, bridging exercises, and abdominal hollowing techniques to enhance trunk stability. Interventions was administered 3 times per week for 6 weeks by a trained physiotherapist.
Routine physiotherapy (core stabilization)
Participants in Group B was perform the same core stabilization exercises as Group A, without Mezières intervention. Exercises was target deep abdominal muscles, multifidus, and pelvic stabilizers, purpose is to improve trunk stability and support postural alignment. Each session was last 20-25 minutes, conducted 3 times per week for 6 weeks, under supervision to ensure correct technique and progression.
Locations (1)
Green International University
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan