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Comparison of Core Stability and Hip Strengthening Protocols in Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Summary
The aim of this research is to compare the effects of core stability exercises and hip strengthening exercises on pain, posture, balance, proprioception, and functional status in patients with sacroiliac joint dysfunction. A randomized controlled trial will be conducted at Benazir Bhutto Hospital. The sample size will be 22 participants. The subjects will be divided into two groups, 11 subjects in the core stability exercise group and 11 subjects in the hip strengthening exercise group. The study duration will be 6 months. The sampling technique applied will be non-probability purposive sampling. Only 25-55 years individuals with unilateral sacroiliac joint dysfunction for more than 3 months and NPRS score ≥5 will be included. Tools used in the study are Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), Pelvic Inclinometer, Flexicurve Ruler, Gait and Balance App, and Joint Repositioning Error test. Data will be analyzed through SPSS version 25.
Official title: Comparison of Core Stability and Hip Strengthening Protocols in Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
25 Years - 55 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
22
Start Date
2026-06-30
Completion Date
2026-11-15
Last Updated
2026-07-21
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Core Stabilization
Each session will begin with hot pack application over the sacroiliac region for 10 minutes followed by the exercise protocol and cool-down stretching. Treatment will be provided 3 sessions per week for 4 weeks, with each session lasting approximately 40-45 minutes.
Hip Strengthening Exercises
Exercises will be performed with resistance at approximately 75-80% repetition maximum for 2-3 sets of 8-12 repetitions. Each session will start with 10 minutes of hot pack application over the sacroiliac region followed by strengthening exercises and cool-down stretching including hamstring and piriformis stretches. Treatment will be provided 3 sessions per week for 4 weeks, with each session lasting approximately 40-45 minutes.
Locations (1)
National physiotherapy center
Rawalpindi, Pakistan