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Afsari Z, Mohammad Rahimi N, Azimkhani A. The Effect of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) Exercises on Chest Mobility, Upright Sitting Height, and Quality of Life in Obese Women. PTJ 2024; 14 (2)
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1- Department of Sports Sciences, Imam Reza International University, Mashhad, Iran.
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Objectives: This study aimed to examine the impact of dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS) on chest mobility (CM), upright sitting height (USH), and quality of life (QoL) in obese women. DNS exercises were used to assess and activate the spinal stabilizers, with the goal of improving the performance of the posture and respiratory systems.
Methods: In this semi-experimental study, 60 participants were randomly assigned to two groups: the DNS group (n = 30) and the control group (n = 30). To start, each participant copleted a pretest of the UCM, LCM, USH, and QoL in a random order. The DNS protocol was then implemented, with participants undergoing training six times a week for six weeks. After the completion of training, a post-test was conducted to measure all parameters. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis and repeated measures analysis of variance (RM-ANOVA) in the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS V. 23, Inc., Chicago, Illinois).
Results: In the DNS group, significant improvements were observed in post-test compared to pre-test for UCM (2.1±1.6 vs 3.7±1.8 cm, P<0.001), LCM (2.9±1.4 vs 3.8±1.4 cm, P<0.001), USH (86.1±3.8 vs 87.7±3.8 cm, P<0.001), and QoL (63.7±17.8 vs 68.2±14.9, P<0.001). On the other hand, the control group did not show statistically significant changes in these parameters.
Discussion: DNS which prioritizes ideal alignment, is an effective protocol for enhancing UCM, LCM, USH, and QoL. It is recommended to incorporatebreathing exercises to enhance CM and posture. By doing so, physiological stabilization can be achieved, leading to improvements in the overall health and performance of obese individuals, ultimately enhancing their QoL.
Methods: In this semi-experimental study, 60 participants were randomly assigned to two groups: the DNS group (n = 30) and the control group (n = 30). To start, each participant copleted a pretest of the UCM, LCM, USH, and QoL in a random order. The DNS protocol was then implemented, with participants undergoing training six times a week for six weeks. After the completion of training, a post-test was conducted to measure all parameters. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis and repeated measures analysis of variance (RM-ANOVA) in the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS V. 23, Inc., Chicago, Illinois).
Results: In the DNS group, significant improvements were observed in post-test compared to pre-test for UCM (2.1±1.6 vs 3.7±1.8 cm, P<0.001), LCM (2.9±1.4 vs 3.8±1.4 cm, P<0.001), USH (86.1±3.8 vs 87.7±3.8 cm, P<0.001), and QoL (63.7±17.8 vs 68.2±14.9, P<0.001). On the other hand, the control group did not show statistically significant changes in these parameters.
Discussion: DNS which prioritizes ideal alignment, is an effective protocol for enhancing UCM, LCM, USH, and QoL. It is recommended to incorporatebreathing exercises to enhance CM and posture. By doing so, physiological stabilization can be achieved, leading to improvements in the overall health and performance of obese individuals, ultimately enhancing their QoL.
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Received: 2023/10/3 | Accepted: 2024/03/9 | Published: 2024/04/9
Received: 2023/10/3 | Accepted: 2024/03/9 | Published: 2024/04/9
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