title: [Effects of Core Stability Training on Masters Swimmers].
abstract: BackgroundBack pain is a frequent problem for swimmers, especially for Masters swimmers. The cause seems to be insufficient core stability.ObjectiveThe goal of this study is to investigate whether specific core musculature training has a positive influence on low back pain and swimmers' perceived performance.MethodTwo groups (Masters swimmers and a control group) performed a guided 8-week training program. Changes in the core musculature were documented via tests carried out before and after the training program. Additional information was collected during the tests and at a follow-up interview 6 months later.ResultsAlthough a significant improvement was seen in both groups, the overall improvement in the Masters group was greater. At the follow-up interview, 72.3 % of all participants reported less back pain and said that they also noticed other benefits in daily life and during swimming.ConclusionThis study shows that an 8-week training program can lead to an obvious and long-lasting decrease in back pain in all tested groups, particularly in Masters swimmers.
authors.forename: Margarete
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Esser
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D054874:Athletic Performance; D001416:Back Pain / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D016022:Case-Control Studies; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D053580:Muscle Strength; D064797:Physical Conditioning, Human / Q000379:methods*; D010809:Physical Fitness; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D013550:Swimming / Q000293:injuries*; D060726:Torso; D055815:Young Adult