Pilates may ease acid reflux without pills

NCT ID NCT07573280

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Istinye University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether six weeks of supervised Pilates exercises could reduce symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in 33 adults. Participants did 18 sessions of posture-focused Pilates or continued their usual daily activities. Researchers measured changes in reflux symptoms, posture, balance, sleep quality, and quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: supervised clinical Pilates exercise program
What this could lead to: If effective, this could offer a drug-free way to ease GERD symptoms and improve posture and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 33 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and exercise may not replace standard medical treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gastroesophageal reflux disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

GASTRO ESOPHAGEAL REFLUX PILATES EXERCISE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Istinye University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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