Stabilization Exercises Versus Flexion Exercises in Degenerative Spondylolisthesis: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Objective: Exercise is the mainstay of treatment in individuals with low back pain and the first-line option in degenerative spondylolisthesis (DS); however, there is still no consensus surrounding the superiority of any specific exercise program. Thus, the primary aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of lumbar stabilization exercises and flexion exercises for pain control and improvements of disability in individuals with chronic low back pain (CLBP) and DS.

Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted in a tertiary public hospital and included 92 individuals over the age of 50 years who were randomly allocated to lumbar stabilization exercises or flexion exercises.