The Effect Of Trancutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation And Core Stability Exercise On Myogenic Low Back Pain
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https://doi.org/10.26858/cpjok.v18i2.808Keywords:
TENS; Core Stability Exercise; Myogenic Low Back Pain; Visual Analogue Scale; Oswestry Disability IndexAbstract
Myogenic Low Back Pain (LBP) is a musculoskeletal disorder commonly experienced by traditional coffee bean sorting workers due to prolonged static sitting positions and repetitive non-ergonomic activities. This condition increases pain intensity and limits functional ability, thereby reducing occupational productivity and quality of life. This study aimed to determine the effect of the combination of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and Core Stability Exercise on pain reduction and functional improvement among traditional coffee bean sorting workers in Lembang Langda, Sopai District, North Toraja. This study employed a quasi-experimental design using a time-series approach. The research was conducted from January to February 2026 in Lembang Langda, North Toraja Regency. A total of 20 respondents who met the inclusion criteria were selected using purposive sampling techniques. Pain intensity was measured using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), while functional disability was assessed using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Data analysis was conducted using the Shapiro–Wilk normality test and paired sample t-test. The results demonstrated significant improvements in both clinical parameters after intervention. The mean VAS score gradually decreased from 6.88 during the pre-test to 5.08 at post-test 1, 3.74 at post-test 2, and reached 1.37 at post-test 3. Similarly, the mean ODI score improved from 34.64% during the pre-test to 13.24% at post-test 3. Statistical analysis revealed p-values < 0.05, indicating a significant effect of the intervention on respondents’ recovery. In conclusion, the combination of TENS and Core Stability Exercise was effective in reducing pain intensity and improving functional ability among individuals with myogenic low back pain. This intervention may be recommended as an occupational physiotherapy rehabilitation strategy for traditional workers exposed to prolonged static and repetitive activities.
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