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The comparative effect of core stability exercise and aquatic exercise therapy on reducing pain in patients with low back pain Haritsah, Nurul Fithriati; Handita W, Yoga; Basuki, Nur
Science Midwifery Vol 12 No 4 (2024): October: Health Sciences and related fields
Publisher : Institute of Computer Science (IOCS)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35335/midwifery.v12i4.1682

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Low Back Pain (LBP) is a prevalent health issue caused by improper posture during activities, resulting in pain, stiffness, or muscle tension in the lower back (Minghelli, 2017). It is a major cause of disability, particularly among adults, and a common reason for seeking healthcare (Bento et al., 2019). The Indonesian Ministry of Health (2022) reports that 60-80% of the global population experiences at least one episode of LBP in their lifetime. This study used a pre- and post-test two-group design with random assignment. Group I received Core Stability Exercise therapy, while Group II received Aquatic Exercise Therapy. Both groups underwent treatment twice weekly for eight weeks. The study involved outpatients at KRMT Wongsonegoro Hospital, Semarang. Results: Core Stability Exercise significantly reduced pain in myogenic LBP patients (p=0.00). Aquatic Exercise Therapy also showed significant pain reduction (p=0.00). A significant difference was found between the two therapies (p=0.036), with Aquatic Exercise Therapy having a greater effect (mean=3.942) compared to Core Stability Exercise (mean=3.275). Core Stability Exercise and Aquatic Exercise Therapy both significantly reduce pain in myogenic LBP patients, with Aquatic Exercise Therapy being more effective.
The effect of aerobic exercise on blood sugar control in diabetes mellitus patients Haritsah, Nurul Fithriati; Kurniawati, Dwi
Science Midwifery Vol 13 No 5 (2025): Health Sciences and related fields
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35335/midwifery.v13i5.2150

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Diabetes mellitus is a global health problem with increasing prevalence. According to data from the International Diabetes Federation (1), more than 537 million people worldwide suffer from DM. Aerobic exercise has been recommended as a non-pharmacological intervention to control blood glucose levels, but further research is needed to determine its effectiveness in various clinical contexts. Various measures are taken to prevent and control diabetic neuropathy and improve peripheral circulation through the five pillars of DM management, namely education, nutrition, physical activity, pharmacological therapy, and blood glucose monitoring. Physical activity is an important element in preventing and managing type 2 DM. Aerobic exercise is a series of deliberately selected movements that follow the rhythm of music that is also selected so as to create certain rhythmic, continuity, and duration provisions. Subjects and Method: This study used 30 subjects with a quasi-experimental method with one group pretest and posttest design with control. The total sample was 30 patients, namely 15 in the intervention group and 15 in the control group. This study was conducted on subjects aged 40-60 years in Tohudan Village, Colomadu, Karanganyar. The intervention group underwent an aerobic exercise program three times a week for 12 weeks, while the control group did not receive any intervention. Blood sugar levels were measured before and after the intervention. Results: There was a significant effect between random blood glucose levels in patients given the intervention, with a mean difference of -46,000, indicating that after being given an aerobic exercise intervention, random blood glucose could decrease by about 46 mg/dl. Conclusion: There is an effect of aerobic exercise on blood sugar control in patients with diabetes mellitus.