The aim of this study is to determine the effects of core stabilization-focused Pilates exercises on sensorimotor function in middle-aged women diagnosed with chronic lumbar disc herniation (LDH). A total of 30 women who continue their normal daily activities and meet the inclusion criteria will be included in the study, with 15 participants in the treatment group and 15 in the control group. The study will involve an exercise intervention protocol consisting of Pilates exercises requiring full participation over an 8-week period.
Age range
45 Years – 60 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Proprioceptive Sense/Joint Position Sense
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks
Tibialis Anterior Muscle Test
Timeframe: "From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks"
Functional Reach Test
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks
Time Up Go Test
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks