To Compare the Effect of Modified Pilates and Core Stabilization Exercise on Balance, Core Muscle Endurance and Lumbopelvic Flexibility in Elderly Women

Background: The abidance of physical independence is diminished by the aging process, so it is important to adopt techniques that can assist in preserving the functional autonomy and quality of life of elderly. Therefore this study aims to compare the effect of two exercise protocols. Objective: To compare the effect of modified pilates and core stabilization exercise on balance, core muscle endurance and lumbopelvic flexibility in elderly women. Study Design: Experimental design Source of Data Collection: DAV institute of physiotherapy, Yamunanagar. Methodology: 30 Subjects were included in study on the basis of inclusion criteria were randomly allocated into 2 groups: Group A performed Modified Pilates exercise and Group B performed Core Stabilization Exercise . Treatment was given for 4 weeks. Balance, Core Muscle Endurance and Lumbopelvic Flexibility were measured as Outcome measure on 1st , 14th and 28th day using Mini- BEST TEST, McGill’s core endurance tests ,sit and reach test respectively. Result: Statistically significant improvement (p<0.05) noticed in both groups for all the outcomes. However, non-significant difference is found between the groups. Conclusion: The study provides evidence that both the interventions are effective and can be applied in clinical setup to improve balance, core muscle endurance and lumbopelvic flexibility in elderly women. Key words: Modified Pilates, core stabilization exercises, Balance, lumbopelvic flexibility.