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Reformer Pilates vs Conventional Physiotherapy in Chronic Low Back Pain
Led by Uskudar University · Updated on 2026-04-22
36
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
8 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Non-specific chronic low back pain is one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal disorders worldwide and is associated with functional limitations and reduced quality of life. Exercise-based physiotherapy approaches are strongly recommended in clinical guidelines. Pilates exercises are frequently used due to their potential effects on core stability and movement control, while conventional physiotherapy remains a commonly applied treatment method. However, randomized controlled trials directly comparing these interventions are limited. This study aims to compare the short-term effects of reformer Pilates exercises and conventional physiotherapy on pain intensity, functional disability and health-related quality of life in individuals with non-specific chronic low back pain.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Reformer Pilates vs Conventional Physiotherapy in Chronic Low Back Pain
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Individuals aged between 18 and 65 years
- Diagnosis of non-specific chronic low back pain lasting at least 12 weeks
- Average low back pain intensity �3 on the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) during the last week
- Ability to participate in exercise sessions three times per week
- Providing written informed consent
You will not qualify if you...
- Specific causes of low back pain such as tumor, infection, inflammatory rheumatic disease, or vertebral fracture
- Radiculopathy or significant neurological deficits including progressive motor loss, severe sensory deficit, or cauda equina syndrome
- History of lumbar spine surgery within the past 6 months or current surgical indication
- Participation in regular Pilates or structured exercise programs within the last 3 months
- Severe cardiopulmonary disease or uncontrolled hypertension that contraindicates exercise
- Pregnancy or early postpartum period
- Severe psychiatric or cognitive disorders affecting study compliance
- Participation in another physiotherapy or rehabilitation program during the study period
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
üsküdar University
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Research Team
O
osman çoban, phd
CONTACT
K
kübra uslu, msc
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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