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Pilates may ease acid reflux without pills

NCT ID NCT07573280

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

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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

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

33 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2025

Finished

Jun 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-65 years. * Clinically confirmed diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). * Self-reported GERD symptoms (heartburn, acid regurgitation, etc.) for at least 3 months prior to enrollment. * Physiologically able to participate in low-to-moderate intensity exercise. * Provision of written informed consent. * Cognitive and psychosocial capacity to comply with the program. Exclusion Criteria: * History of upper gastrointestinal surgery (especially fundoplication). * Achalasia or severe esophageal motility disorder. * Endoscopic evidence of advanced esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus, or esophageal stricture (complicated GERD). * Active peptic ulcer disease or inflammatory bowel disease. * Uncontrolled hypertension, coronary artery disease, or severe pulmonary disease. * Severe musculoskeletal disorders (advanced scoliosis/kyphosis, acute disc herniation, severe osteoarthritis) or vestibular balance disorders. * Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gastroesophageal reflux disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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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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