Effects of a Lumbar Stabilization Exercise Program on Low Back Pain, the Oswestry Disability Index, Use of Body Mechanics, and Lumbar Strength among Intensive Care Unit Nurses

Objectives: This study examined the effects of a lumbar stabilization exercise program on low back pain, Oswestry Disability Index, use body mechanics, and strength among intensive care unit nurses. Methods: Thirty-five nurses were assigned to an group (n = 18) or control 17) from university hospital-affiliated unit. The 8-week comprised 30 minutes stretching, exercise, Mckenzie extension (3 times/week) single education session mechanics. Outcomes assessed using questionnaires pain (visual analogue scale), Index (%), (kg). Data analyzed by χ²-test, independent t-test, analysis covariance. Results: provided improvements in Conclusions: Lumbar might be useful strategy for enhancing usage work-related mechanics muscle strength, ameliorating disability index working at units.