Table 3.
Core stability measures in the groin pain (GP) and control groups.
| Control group (n = 42) | GP group (n = 42) | P | Mean difference (95 % confidence interval) | Cohen's d | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flexor | 133.52 (27.24) | 62.33 (15.54) | <0.001 | 71.19 (61.52–80.85) | 3.21 |
| Extensor | 149.90 (31.46) | 70.00 (15.57) | <0.001 | 79.90 (69.06–90.74) | 3.21 |
| Side bridge on dominant/injured limbs | 85.16 (19.47) | 53.19 (13.84) | <0.001a | 31.97 (24.64–39.31) | 1.89 |
| Side bridge on non-dominant/non-injured limbs | 85.69 (25.20) | 55.28 (13.86) | <0.001b | 29.88 (22.54–37.21) | 1.76 |
a Significant difference between the side bridge while lying on dominant limb and injured limb.
b Significant difference between the side bridge while lying on dominant and non-injured limb.