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Can a 'Dead Bug' workout beat standard PT for a stronger core?

NCT ID NCT07467044

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether combining dead bug exercises and double straight leg raises works better than conventional physical therapy for improving abdominal muscle strength, endurance, flexibility, and waist circumference. Fifty healthy, untrained adults aged 18–30 will be randomly assigned to one of two exercise groups. The goal is to find a safe, efficient exercise combo that boosts core stability and reduces waist size.

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Active substance
combination of dead bug exercise and double straight leg raises
What this could lead to
If this exercise combo works better than standard PT, it could offer a simple, safe way to improve core strength and reduce waist size in healthy young people.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial in healthy volunteers, not patients. Results may not apply to older or less fit people, and the exercises may not outperform standard routines.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

50 people

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Started

Mar 2026

Expected to finish

Apr 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 30 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Subjects having no prior history of exercise training and physical activity (apparently healthy untrained individuals) * 18 to 30 years old individuals * Both males and females Exclusion Criteria: * Subjects currently taking part in any sort of training program or physical activity (trained individuals) * Subjects having known neurological or cardiovascular conditions * Subjects having known musculoskeletal system related disorders especially of lumber spine such as chronic or acute low backache

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Contacts and locations

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  • University of Health Sciences Lahore

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan

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