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Effects of Pilates on Postural Correction, Core Strength and Flexibility in Young Individuals With Non-Specific Low Backache
Led by University of Health Sciences Lahore · Updated on 2026-03-12
50
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
1 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effects of Pilates compared to conventional therapy on posture correction, core strength, and flexibility in young adults aged 18 to 25 who have non-specific low backache. The study aims to determine if Pilates provides better improvements than conventional therapy in these areas. This clinical trial will enroll 50 participants and includes random allocation to study groups with assessor blinding to reduce bias. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a Pilates group or a conventional therapy group. The Pilates group will engage in a supervised mat-based exercise program focusing on controlled breathing and proper body alignment to improve posture, core strength, and flexibility. The conventional therapy group will receive a structured and supervised set of therapeutic exercises commonly used in clinical practice. Both interventions will be conducted three times per week for six weeks. During the study, assessments of posture, core strength, and flexibility will be conducted at the beginning and at the end of the six-week program by blinded assessors. Researchers will analyze changes in these measures to evaluate the effectiveness of each intervention. Participants are expected to attend all sessions over the six-week period, and data will be analyzed using statistical software to compare outcomes between the two groups.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effectiveness of Pilates on Postural Correction, Core Strength and Flexibility in Younger Individuals With Non-specific Low Backache
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age 18-25 years
- Non-specific low backache with pain severity less than or equal to 5 out of 10 on the Brief Pain Inventory Scale
- Ability to attend the complete six-week exercise program
- Both genders
You will not qualify if you...
- Prior history of trauma, fracture, spinal stenosis, severe comorbidities, spinal surgery, or neurological disorders
- Specific causes of low backache such as infection or pregnancy
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 6 weeks
Participants perform supervised mat-based Pilates exercises or conventional therapy to improve posture, core strength, and flexibility.
Weekly visits for up to 6 weeks
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
University of Health Sciences Lahore
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54600
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Research Team
M
Muqaddus Fatima, Doctor of Physical Therapy
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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