PILATES EXERCISE

This study compared Pilates exercise to conventional physical therapy for adults with chronic shoulder pain from impingement syndrome. Researchers measured which approach better reduced pain and improved shoulder movement, strength, and daily function. The goal was to see if Pila…

This study looked at whether combining reformer Pilates exercises with personalized occupational therapy could help office workers. The therapy included ergonomic training, activity planning, and strategies to move more during the day. Researchers measured changes in muscle pain,…

This study compared two different rehabilitation methods—Pilates exercises and mirror therapy—to help people recover shoulder function after neck dissection surgery for cancer. It involved 52 adults who had developed shoulder pain and limited movement following their surgery. Res…

This study tested if adding hands-on spinal manipulation to a Pilates exercise program works better than Pilates alone for easing non-specific back and neck pain. Forty-three adults with ongoing pain were split into two groups: one did Pilates, and the other did Pilates plus mani…

This study looked at whether doing Pilates exercises during pregnancy helps women's bodies recover faster after having a baby. Researchers followed 42 new mothers to see if those who did Pilates until delivery had better joint stability and less pain at 6 weeks postpartum compare…

This study tested whether adding Reformer Pilates exercises to standard manual therapy works better for women with long-term low back pain. Forty women were split into two groups: one received manual therapy once a week, and the other received the same therapy plus Pilates twice …

This study examined how three different Pilates machines affect heart function and flexibility immediately after exercise. Fifteen sedentary middle-aged women tried each machine on separate days while researchers measured their heart rate patterns and flexibility. The goal was to…