Physiotherapy in Lumbar Disc Pathologies

Visual analog scale (VAS) scores for pain intensity, goniometric measurements for the range of motion and hamstring flexibility, the sit and reach test for flexibility, an isokinetic evaluation for strength at 60°/sec, and a side-plank position test for trunk stabilization were measured. The functional status was evaluated with the Oswestry Disability Index. All groups were assessed at the beginning, after a four-week treatment and four weeks of follow-up.