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ISSN Print: 2394-7500, ISSN Online: 2394-5869, CODEN: IJARPF

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Vol. 7, Issue 9, Part A (2021)

Prevalence core muscle weakness in 18-25 years old females

Prevalence core muscle weakness in 18-25 years old females

Author(s)
Dr. Parul Rakholiya, Dr. Ishna Mistry, Dr. Rushali Patel, Dr. Princy Tank and Dr. Drashti Sonpal
Abstract
Background and Objective: The core muscle has been referred to as the “powerhouse”, the foundation or engine of all limb movements. Core muscle serves as a muscular corset that works as a unit to stabilize the body and spine with and without limb movement. In short, the core serves as the centre of the functional kinetic chain. When the core muscles function normally, they can maintain segmental stability, protect the spine, and reduce stress impacting the lumbar vertebrae and intervertebral discs hence, the core muscles are also called “the natural brace” in humans. Faulty postures due to sedentary lifestyle contribute to increased risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) cause weakening of “core” muscular network. Consequently, it can lead to excessive load on lumbar spine, poor endurance of muscles, and imbalance of hip extensor, back injuries, and instability of lower extremity which may ultimately lead to atrophy of paraspinal muscle.
Method: 212 Healthy female volunteers between 18-25 years were recruited in this study fulfilling the inclusion and exclusion criteria were explained the procedure and informed consent was taken. Each core endurance test was done using a stopwatch until the participants were unable to hold the test position; 5-minute rest period was provided between each core endurance test.
Result: Core Weakness in females for 60 Degree Flexion Test is 65.40%, for, Biering-Sorensen Extension Test is 86.73%, Right Side Plank is 83.89% and Left Side Plank is 76.30%. Level of significance of the entire four tests is below 0.5 respectively which shows significant difference in core muscle weakness of 18-25 years old females.
Conclusion: The subjects 18-25 years old females have core muscle weakness.
Pages: 37-40  |  495 Views  69 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Dr. Parul Rakholiya, Dr. Ishna Mistry, Dr. Rushali Patel, Dr. Princy Tank, Dr. Drashti Sonpal. Prevalence core muscle weakness in 18-25 years old females. Int J Appl Res 2021;7(9):37-40.
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