Background: The pain in the lumbar region is common. One of the causes of low back pain is lumbar vertebral syndrome. There is a wide range of options for treating low back pain. The purpose of the study is to describe exercises on a balance cushion to influence the pain in lumbar vertebral syndrome and to track the effect of their application.

Methods: We studied 20 participants with low back pain. We applied the following tests to the patients: visual analogue scale, Schober test, measurements of lateral flexion and Straight leg raise test. The methodology includes exercises on a balance cushion. We performed manual manipulation techniques on each patient by treating trigger poitns in the lower back and buttocks once a week.

Results: We achieved  an improvement in the studied indicators after the applied therapy, which was expressed in a reduction of pain and restoration of normal mobility in the lumbar region.

Conclusions: The application of exercises on a balance cushion allows in a short time to affect the pain and mobility in the lumbar spine to fully perform their work and professional activities.

Please see the README document and the accompanying published article: Zlatkova, K., Zlatkov, Y. (2023) Exercises on a balance cushion to inflience lumbar vertebral syndrome, F1000Research, Accepted. DOI:10.5061\dryad.b8.gtht7hh 

Please see the README document and the accompanying article: Zlatkova, K., Zlatkov, Y. (2023). Exercises on a balance cushion to influence of lumbar vertebral syndrome, F1000Research, Accepted. DOI: 10.5061\dryad.b8.gtht7hh