"Exploring the Potential of Augmented Active Control Exercise Program in Managing Disc Prolapse: A Pilot Study"

BACKGROUND: While traditional active control exercises have demonstrated efficacy in improving spinal stability and reducing pain in individuals with chronic low back pain, their effectiveness in specifically addressing intervertebral disc prolapse has been less comprehensively explored. OBJECTIVE: To find the efficacy of Augmented Active Control Exercise Program in Managing Disc Prolapse on ROM, Proprioception, Endurance (Static and Dynamic) and functional disability in individuals with chronic LDP, and to compare with conventional exercise. METHODS: This single-blind randomized controlled trial included twenty participants with a mean age of 40.75 years. and standard deviation of 5.53 years, having chronic LDP with or without radiating symptoms, were included in the study. The experimental group received Augmented Active Control Exercise Program and control group received Conventional exercises. At day one and at the end of fourth week, range of Motion, Proprioception, Endurance and stry disability The index was measured by a physical therapist. RESULTS: Both treatments had positive effect for improving ROM, Proprioception, Endurance and westry disability. Index. Although there was a significant differences in these parameters in the experimental group as compared to the control group except there was a slight improvement in Extension in the experimental group post-intervention. CONCLUSION: Augmented Active Control Exercise Program (AACEP) show promise in enhancing mobility. proprioception, muscular endurance, and reducing disability in patients with lumbar disc prolapse. By integrating motor control, and neuromuscular training, AACE offers a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to spinal rehabilitation and may play a vital role in managing discogenic low back pain.