Abstract: ObjectiveTo explore the relationship between rotary strength of trunks and stability of the low back in patients with nonspecific low back pain. MethodsBefore sling exercise therapy (SET), 22 patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain were measured the rotary strength of core muscles of trunks with Proxomed Tergumed functional spinal evaluation and training system and the core stability of the low back with SET system. Their correlation was analyzed. ResultsThe core rotary strength was positively correlated with the local stability in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain (r=0.876, P<0.001). ConclusionIncreasing the rotary strength of trunks is important to improve local stability in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain.

Key words: chronic nonspecific low back pain, sling exercise therapy, muscle strength, rotary, stability