Study of Reformer Pilates Exercises for Adults Aged 30 to 50 With Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to explore whether reformer Pilates exercises can change how people with chronic musculoskeletal pain perceive their pain by improving the connection between mind and body. The study focuses on adults aged 30 to 50 years who have had musculoskeletal pain for at least six months, particularly targeting common issues like low back, neck, and back pain. Pilates is known for helping regain muscle strength, flexibility, and endurance, and this study evaluates its impact on pain perception in this population. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will take part in a six-week reformer Pilates exercise program, while the control group will not receive any intervention and will remain on the treatment waiting list. The Pilates exercises use specialized equipment and aim to support physical well-being and muscle function. The study is designed with single blinding and includes a variety of assessments done up to one month after the intervention. During the trial, participants will undergo evaluations measuring pain intensity, coping strategies, and beliefs about pain using specific inventories and scales. Additional assessments will look at fear of movement, fatigue, and sleep quality. These measurements will help researchers understand changes in pain perception and related symptoms. The total study period includes the six-week exercise intervention followed by outcome assessments up to one month later, with ongoing safety monitoring throughout.

Effect of Reformer Exercises on Pain Perception in Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain.