Pilates put to the test for hip arthritis relief
NCT ID NCT06783452
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a clinical Pilates program can reduce symptoms of hip osteoarthritis. Fifty-two adults with hip OA were assigned to either clinical Pilates or standard therapeutic exercises twice a week for 12 weeks. Researchers measured pain, movement, balance, and quality of life before and after treatment to see which approach works better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Clinical Pilates exercise program
- What this could lead to
- If effective, clinical Pilates could offer a non-drug option to reduce pain and improve mobility in people with hip osteoarthritis.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with only 52 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and exercise programs require ongoing commitment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
Izmir, 35360, Turkey (Türkiye)
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