Pilates may ease heartburn and improve balance in GERD patients
NCT ID NCT07573280
First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a 6-week supervised Pilates program could help adults with GERD feel better. 33 people took part, doing Pilates three times a week. Researchers checked symptoms, posture, balance, sleep, mood, and quality of life. The goal was to see if exercise could be a helpful add-on to usual care.
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Locations
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Istinye University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
supervised clinical Pilates exercise program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to manage GERD symptoms and improve daily life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 33 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and exercise might not help all cases.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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