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Core Stability, Postural Balance, and Flexibility in Healthy Women: A Comparative Study Between Pilates Practitioners and Sedentary Individuals
Led by Istinye University · Updated on 2026-05-11
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
43 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
This study aims to compare core muscle stability, postural balance, and flexibility between healthy women who regularly practice Pilates and those with a sedentary lifestyle. The researcher will evaluate if long-term Pilates practice (5 months or more) leads to significant improvements in physical performance compared to a lack of regular exercise. Assessment tools include the Pressure Biofeedback Unit (PBU) for core activation, the McGill battery for endurance, the Y-Balance test for dynamic stability, and the Sit-and-Reach test for flexibility.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Core Stability, Postural Balance, and Flexibility in Healthy Women: A Comparative Study Between Pilates Practitioners and Sedentary Individuals
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Healthy female volunteers aged 20-45
- Pilates group: practiced mat, reformer, or equipment-based Pilates for at least 6 months
- Pilates group: attended regular 60-minute Pilates sessions at least twice weekly with a certified instructor
- Control group: sedentary lifestyle with less than 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week
- Control group: categorized as "low physical activity" by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ)
- Full cognitive ability to understand and follow physical assessment instructions
- Willingness to sign informed consent before participating
You will not qualify if you...
- Surgery involving spine, pelvis, or lower extremities within 12 months prior to study
- Currently pregnant or less than 6 months postpartum
- Diagnosed vestibular or chronic balance disorders
- History of neurological diseases such as MS or Parkinson's, or systemic metabolic disorders like diabetes
- Pain intensity greater than 2/10 in lower back or lower extremities
- Professional sports history or participation in other exercise programs exceeding 3 hours per week (excluding Pilates for Pilates group)
- Acute musculoskeletal injuries or illnesses affecting energy on evaluation day
- Participation in other intensive core strengthening programs such as advanced yoga
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Istinye University, Topkapi Campus
Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, Turkey (Türkiye), 34010
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Research Team
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WALA Abbas Mohammed TAHA, PT specialist
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
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Number of Arms
2
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