Effectiveness Of Pilates Research Articles

The Effectiveness of Pilates in Improving Autonomic Regulation in Female Athletes of Complex Coordination Sports

The Effectiveness of Pilates in Improving Autonomic Regulation in Female Athletes of Complex Coordination Sports

Is Pilates effective in improving depressive disorders? A comprehensive overview.

Depressive disorders are disabling conditions that account for high social costs. Pilates demonstrated to have several beneficial effects on health. Objective of this manuscript was to systematically review the literature about the effects of Pilates on depressive disorders. A bibliographic search was conducted in the main database sources (Pubmed, Medline, and Scopus). The inclusion criteria consisted of articles written in English language about the effectiveness of Pilates on depressive symptoms. Most of included studies are randomized controlled trials (10 out of 12). The available literature agrees in indicating that Pilates is effective in improving depressive symptoms especially when compared to inactivity and when this practice is administered for a medium-long period (8-16 weeks). In addition, Pilates seems to have at least comparable effectiveness than aerobic exercise. Pilates can be considered a reliable complementary treatment for people with depressive disorders. These findings should be interpreted considering the different types of practice administered as well as the different duration of the programs or rating scales used to assess mood symptoms. Studies with a more homogenous design are needed to confirm and make generalizable the results presented in this review.

Calisthenics versus Pilates training on glycemic control and body fat in overweight individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus

BACKGROUND: Physical activity plays an important role in management and preventing complications of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). Effectiveness of Pilates on DM showed that there was improvement in glucose control. Presently, resistance training forms are becoming very popular for weight loss and DM. Calisthenics is a relatively new form of resistance exercise training that has been less studied in obese and diabetic individuals. STUDY PURPOSE: To evaluate and compare the effect of Calisthenics and Pilates training approaches on percentage body fat and glycemic control (HbA1C, Post Prandial Blood Glucose (PPBG)) in overweight individuals with type 2 Diabetes mellitus (DM). METHODS: Thirty (n = 30) over weight individuals with type 2 DM with HbA1C levels >6.5% were recruited for the study. The participants were randomly allocated to calisthenics (CG) and Pilates (PG) study groups who received respective exercise interventions for 12 weeks. The outcome measures were HbA1C, PPBG and percentage body fat assessed at pre and post intervention. RESULTS: Both CG and PG study groups showed statistically significant difference for glycemic control (HbA1C, PPBG) post 12 week intervention. However, significant improvement was noted in CG than PG in terms of HbA1c (p = 0.03), PPBG (P = 0.01) and body fat percentage (p < 0.0001). CONCLUSION: Calisthenics exercise training was more effective than the Pilates training in achieving long term (HbA1c) and post meal (PPBS) glycemic control with significant reduction in body fat percentage in overweight individuals with type 2 DM.

Effectiveness Of Pilates and Range of Motion Excercises in Improving Mechanical Pain and Functional Performance in Neck Pain

BACKGROUND: Mechanical neck pain is a common problem in the world today and there are various studies that shows the high incidence and prevalence of mechanical neck pain which affects people daily activities. Neck pain is characterized by pain and limited range of movement at neck. This condition causes reduction in quality of life, leading to emotional and psychological changes and difficulties at work. Generally, the therapeutic methods for the treatment of mechanical neck pain consists of stretching and strengthening of neck muscles, cervical mobilization exercises, and electrotherapy. The Pilates is to improve general body flexibility and health by emphasis on stability to the center of the body (i.e. the core), posture, and coordination of breathing with movement. It heals the individual physically, emotionally and psychologically. METHOD: 30 participants were taken who were aged 18 – 40 years and had neck pain more than 3 months. The participants were given Pilates and range of motion exercises for 3 weeks. Outcome measure were calculated using Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and Neck Disability Index (NDI). RESULT: As a result, both the groups showed significant improvement but Pilates group shows more improvement in all the parameters of reducing pain & improving functional performance. CONCLUSION: However, we could conclude that, Pilates exercises had a significant impact on reducing cervical pain and disability among patients with chronic neck pain, with 3 weeks of the exercises.

Effectiveness of Pilates in rehabilitation for reconstructed anterior cruciate ligament

Effectiveness of Pilates in rehabilitation for reconstructed anterior cruciate ligament

Effectiveness of Pilates and Self-Stretching Exercise on Pain and Quality of Life in Primary Dysmenorrhea” - A Comparative Study

Effectiveness of Pilates and Self-Stretching Exercise on Pain and Quality of Life in Primary Dysmenorrhea” - A Comparative Study

Effectiveness of mat Pilates on postural alignment in the sagittal plane in school children: a randomized clinical trial

Abstract Aims: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of the mat Pilates method, an exercise program, on postural alignment in the sagittal plane among children aged between 8 and 12 years. Method: This study used a blind randomized controlled clinical trial, with a Pilates group (PG) and control group (CG) at the Early Childhood Education Institute. A total of 40 children were randomized, who have no prior knowledge of the Pilates method and no exercise training in the last six months. Mat Pilates exercises were administered twice a week for four months in 50-minute sessions. Postural alignment in the sagittal plane was assessed using photogrammetry. Results: There was no statistically significant difference between the groups post-intervention A significant difference was found in the following outcomes that represent an improvement in intragroup postural alignment: among the children in PG, in the right sagittal view in the vertical body alignment (p=0.019; effect size, ES = 0.70; standardize response mean, SRM = 0.57) and in the sagittal head angle (p=0.035; ES = 0.41; SRM = 0.51). Among the children in the CG, in the vertical alignment of the trunk in the left sagittal view (p= 0.016; ES = 0.50; SRM = 0.44). Conclusion: The effectiveness of Pilates on postural alignment in the sagittal plane among children aged between 8 and 12 years was not confirmed.

Ефективність застосування пілатесу як засобу фізичної реабілітації при дегенеративно-дистрофічних змінах елементів поперекового хребетно-рухового сегменту

Ефективність застосування пілатесу як засобу фізичної реабілітації при дегенеративно-дистрофічних змінах елементів поперекового хребетно-рухового сегменту

Effectiveness of Pilates as an Adjunct to Conventional Therapy in Chronic Mechanical Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Background: Neck pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders second to low back pain associated with chronic pain, restricted range of motion and muscular imbalance. Generally, the physiotherapy methods for mechanical neck pain consist of stretching and strengthening the neck muscles, cervical stabilization exercises, cervical mobilization exercises, thoracic thrust manipulation, ischemic compression on trigger points, kinesio-taping method and electrotherapy. The Pilates method is a system of exercise program that aims for body awareness through harmonization of body and mind which has been widely used to enhance physical fitness and rehabilitation in general.Purpose: The purpose of the study was to find out whether Pilates and conventional therapy can bring better results in treating chronic mechanical neck pain when compared to conventional therapy alone.Methods: 60 patients were selected randomly with mechanical neck pain. The study included 2 groups, control group and experimental group, the outcomes measures included Numerical rating pain scale (NRPS), Neck flexors endurance test (NFET) Neck disability index (NDI), Cervical range of motion (CROM). Independent “t” test was done for inter group analysis and paired t-test was done for intra group analysis.Results: Both the groups showed significant difference (P-0.000<0.05) at 12 weeks. The mean difference and paired t-test values of experimental group was greater when compared to control group at the end of 12 weeks.Conclusion: significant improvement was seen in both the groups in NPRS, NDI, NFET, ROM, but early improvement was noted in experimental group in terms of function when compared to conventional group after 12 weeks of treatment.

Benefício do Método Pilates em mulheres com fibromialgia

Introdução - A Síndrome da fibromialgia (SFM) é uma doença crônica com dor difusa. Objetivo - avaliar a eficácia do Método Pilates para a melhora da dor em pacientes com Fibromialgia. Método - Este estudo é prospectivo de autocontrole, os pacientes foram avaliados antes e após o tratamento por meio da algometria e da Escala Visual Analógica. A qualidade de vida por meio do Questionário Impacto da Fibromialgia (QIF) e o sono pelo Índice da Qualidade do Sono de Pittsburgh. O programa de exercícios de Pilates no solo teve 15 sessões, duas vezes por semana, com duração de 60 minutos. Resultados – compuseram o estudo 20 mulheres com SDF, tempo de diagnóstico de 6±4 anos, quanto a QIF os pacientes melhoraram em todos os domínios. Foi encontrada correlação entre o impacto da fibromialgia com a qualidade do sono. Conclusão - Os efeitos do Método Pilates são positivos para redução da dor.

Effectiveness of Pilates and Strengthening Exercise on Weight Loss and Quality of Life among Grade II Obese Adults-Comparative Study

Effectiveness of Pilates and Strengthening Exercise on Weight Loss and Quality of Life among Grade II Obese Adults-Comparative Study

EFFECTIVENESS OF PILATES AND CAMELLIA SINENSIS SUPPLEMENTATION ON CARDIOMETABOLIC RISK FACTORS AND REDOX MARKERS IN POSTMENOPAUSAL WOMEN: A PLACEBO-CONTROLLED, RANDOMIZED TRIAL

Objective: To verify the effectiveness of Pilates and Camellia sinensis extract (CSE) supplementation on cardiometabolic risk factors and redox markers in postmenopausal women. Design: A placebo-controlled, randomized trial. Setting: community-dwelling postmenopausal women without disability. Participants: fifty postmenopausal women volunteers with cardiometabolic risk factors (high waist circumference, triglycerides, HDL-c, glucose and blood pressure). The volunteers participants were randomized in four groups: Pilates+CSE (14); Pilates+Placebo (11); CSE (11); and Placebo (14). Intervention: the CSE and Pilates+CSE intervention groups consumed one 500mg CSE capsule with excipient per day for 24 weeks. The Placebo group consumed one capsule with a placebo excipient per day for 24 weeks. Pilates training was performed twice weekly for 60 minutes each time, over 24 weeks. Measurements: cardiometabolic risk factors (glucose, waist circumference (WC), systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), triglycerides, high-density lipoproteins-HDL-c) and oxidative metabolism markers (advanced oxidation protein products (AOPP), ferric-reducing ability of plasma (FRAP), nitrosative stress marker (NOx), ischemia modified albumin (IMA). Results: When baseline variables were adjusted, the WC of the Pilates + CSE was significantly lower than that of the CSE and Placebo groups after the intervention (p&lt;0,001).The triglycerides levels of the Pilates + CSE and Pilates + Placebo groups were significantly lower than those of the Placebo group (p= 0,010) . The glucose levels of the Pilates + CSE group were significantly lower than those of the Placebo group (p= 0,041). Whitin-group pre and post intervention comparison showed that Pilates+CSE group presented the best effect in some cardiometabolic risk factors, with significant reductions in tree cardiometabolic risk factor: waist circumference, triglycerides, glucose and FRAP (P=0.003, P&lt;0.001, P=0.021 and P=0.041, respectively). The Pilates+Placebo group was found to be effective in reducing triglycerides (P=0.002), while the CSE group presented increased post-intervention NOx levels (p= 0.009). Conclusion: Our results suggest that Pilates and Camellia sinensis extract intervention may help to reduce some cardiometabolic risk factors in postmenopausal women.

The Effectiveness of Pilates in Resiliency and Psych-asthenia of the Housewives

&lt;p&gt;This study aimed to investigate the effect of Pilates on resiliency and psych-asthenia of the housewives in Tehran. The most common problems of the housewives included decreased resilience and uniform life that led to increased psych-asthenia. Using the knowledge of Contrology, measuring the effect of Pilates on resiliency and psych-asthenia of the housewives was considered. Quasi-experimental research design included the control groups (pre-test, post-test). The statistical population consisted of 40 housewives (20 in Pilates group and 20 in control group) that were selected using the available sampling by referring to a sports club in District 2, Tehran. Data were analyzed using analysis of variance and multivariate analysis of covariance, and the adjusted comparison was conducted at the significance level of 5%.The results showed that the adjusted mean of the scores of resiliency and psych-asthenia for the intervention group are significantly different (p&amp;gt;5.0) and there is a significant difference between the mean scores of resiliency and psych-asthenia of the treatment and control groups. Pilates exercises increase resiliency and decrease psych-asthenia of the housewives. Thus, it is recommended that psychologists and psychiatrists consider Pilates as a supplementary treatment in their prescriptions.&lt;/p&gt;

The effectiveness of Pilates on balance and falls in community dwelling older adults

The purpose of this study was to determine whether Pilates is more effective than traditional strength and balance exercises for improving balance measures, balance confidence and reducing falls in community dwelling older adults with fall risk. Thirty-one participants with fall risk were randomly assigned to the Pilates group (PG) or the traditional exercise group (TG). Both groups participated in 12 weeks of exercise, 2 times/week for 1h. There was significant improvement in the Fullerton Advanced Balance Scale for both the PG (mean difference=6.31, p<.05) and the TG (mean difference=7.45, p=.01). The PG also showed significant improvement in the Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale (mean difference=10.57, p=.008). Both Pilates and traditional balance programs are effective at improving balance measures in community dwelling older adults with fall risk, with the Pilates group showing improved balance confidence.

Compare the Effectiveness of Pilates and Conventional Balance Training in Young Old Geriatric Population

Compare the Effectiveness of Pilates and Conventional Balance Training in Young Old Geriatric Population

Effectiveness of Pilates on Running Mechanics and Running Performance

Effectiveness of Pilates on Running Mechanics and Running Performance