Online-supervised Corrective and Core Stability Exercises in Taekwondo Athletes With Low Back Pain

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This quasi-experimental research investigates how online-supervised core stabilization exercises and National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) exercises affect elite Taekwondo athletes with chronic non-specific low back pain (CNSLBP). Thirty athletes completed two intervention formats over eight weeks with three sessions per week. Outcomes included pain intensity, fear of movement, and functional performance measured using VAS, Tampa scale, and FMS.

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173 Research Paper Online-supervised Corrective and Core Stability Exercises in Taekwondo Athletes With Low Back Pain Somayeh Karimi1 , Mansoor Sahebozamani2* 1. Department of Sport Sciences, Kish International Campus, University of Tehran, Kish, Iran. 2. Department of Sports Pathology and Corrective Movements, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran. Use your device to scan and read the article online Article info: Received: 07 Jan 2025 Accepted: 06 Sep2025 Available Online: 01 Apr 2026 Keywords: Core stability exercises, Trunk muscle endurance, Physical therapy, Exercise therapy, Pain management AB S T RAC T Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the potential of core stabilization exercises and specific National academy of sports medicine (NASM) exercises, both delivered through online supervision, in reducing fear of movement, managing pain, and enhancing functional performance among elite Taekwondo athletes suffering from chronic non-specific low back pain (CNSLBP). Methods: A quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test measures was implemented, including 30 elite Taekwondo athletes with CNSLBP. Participants in both intervention groups completed three weekly sessions over eight weeks. Pain intensity, fear of movement, and functional abilities were assessed using validated tools, including the visual analogue scale (VAS), Tampa fear of movement scale, and the functional movement screen (FMS). Results: Both interventions significantly improved pain, kinesiophobia, and functional movement. However, core stability exercises demonstrated superior results compared toNASM exercises in alleviating pain, reducing fear of movement, and improving functional mobility. Pain scores showed a significantly greater reduction in the core stability group compared to the NASM group (P=0.001), and movement-related fear scores were also significantly lower in the core stability group (P=0.003). The core stability group demonstrated significantly superior improvements in functional movement scores (P=0.009). Conclusion: Core stability exercises, particularly under online supervision, are effective in managing pain, reducing fear of movement, and enhancing movement performance in elite Taekwondo athletes with CNSLBP. Core stability exercises, proven superior to NASM interventions, should be integrated into rehabilitation programs to alleviate clinical symptoms and enhance athletic performance. Additionally, the findings underscore the potential of online supervision as a viable alternative for effective training and rehabilitation. * Corresponding Author: Mansoor Sahebozamani, Professor. Address: Department of Sports Pathology and Corrective Movements, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran. Phone: +98 (913) 3970521 [E-mail:](E-mail: sahebozamani@uk.ac.ir)[ sahebozamani@uk.ac.ir](E-mail: sahebozamani@uk.ac.ir) Copyright © 2026 The Author(s); This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC-By-NC: [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode.en](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode.en)), which permits use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited and is not used for commercial purposes. Citation Karimi S, SahebozamaniM. Online-supervised Corrective and Core Stability Exercisesin Taekwondo Athletes With Low Back Pain. Physical Treatments. 2026; 16(2):173-180. [http://dx.doi.org/10.32598/ptj.2026.686.1](http://dx.doi.org/10.32598/ptj.2026.686.1) [http://dx.doi.org/10.32598/ptj.2026.686.1](http://dx.doi.org/10.32598/ptj.2026.686.1) April 2026. Volume 16. Number 2 | | April 2026. Volume 16. Number 2 | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | Highlights
• Over an eight-week intervention period, core stability exercises

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What was the study purpose for Taekwondo athletes with chronic low back pain?

To evaluate whether online-supervised core stabilization exercises and NASM-specific exercises reduce fear of movement, manage pain, and improve functional performance in elite Taekwondo athletes with CNSLBP.

How were outcomes such as pain and fear of movement measured?

Pain intensity, fear of movement, and functional abilities were assessed using validated tools including the visual analogue scale (VAS), Tampa fear of movement scale, and the functional movement screen (FMS).

Which intervention showed superior results?

Core stability exercises produced better outcomes than NASM exercises, with greater reductions in pain and movement-related fear and improved functional movement scores.

Sep 30, 2026

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