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Pilates during pregnancy may speed up postpartum recovery

NCT ID NCT07344857

Disease control Sponsor: Ankara Medipol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a structured Pilates program during pregnancy, continued until childbirth, helps women recover ligament strength and reduce pain after giving birth. Researchers followed 42 women at 6 weeks postpartum, measuring joint looseness and activity limitations. The goal is to see if this simple exercise routine can improve early recovery for new mothers.

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Active substance
Pilates exercise program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple exercise program to help new mothers recover faster and reduce joint pain after childbirth.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 42 participants, so results may not apply to all women. The benefits may be modest and need confirmation in larger trials.

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Study facts

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Participants

42 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2025

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study population consisted of postpartum women aged 18-35 years who were 6th week after delivery and who voluntarily agreed to participate in the study. Women with known cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases, and those who had participated in structured physical activity programs prior to enrollment were excluded. These criteria were applied to ensure a homogeneous sample and to minimize potential confounding factors related to pre-existing health conditions or prior exercise exposure.

Ages

20 to 35 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 18-35 years * In the 6th week of post-partum * Voluntary participation in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases * Prior participation in structured physical activity programs

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Joint Instability joint laxity, familial ligament disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Laxity of ligament Pilates exercise Pregnancy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ankara Medipol University

    Ankara, Altındağ, 06050, Turkey (Türkiye)

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