Background: Resisted training of the trunk muscles improves outcomes in chronic low back pain (CLBP). The Itensic b-effect machine was designed to provide resisted training through posterior translation of the pelvis in a seated, forward-tilted position, in contrast with traditional machines that involve extension of the trunk.
Objective: To study the effectiveness of lumbopelvic training on the Itensic b-effect machine in individuals with CLBP.
Methods: Participants were allocated to 4 weeks of either progressive Itensic (I) training in addition to an education/exercise (EE) program (I+EE group, n= 23) or the education/exercise program alone (EE group, n= 22).
Primary Outcome: Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire (RMDQ).
Secondary Outcomes: pain (0-10 numeric rating scale), trunk extensor endurance (Sorensen test), motor control (thoraco-lumbar dissociation test) and mobility (finger-to-floor test).
Results: RMDQ score improved more in the I+EE group than in the EE group (with a between-group difference at the pos-test). Pain and mobility improved in the I+EE group only, motor control improved in both groups with no between-group difference and the Sorensen test did not improve significantly in either group.
Conclusions: Resisted posterior pelvic translation using the Itensic machine in addition to an education/exercise program improved disability, pain and mobility more than the education/exercise program alone.
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