The Effects of Reformer Pilates Exercises on Trunk Endurance, Posture, and Body Awareness in Adolescents
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 招募中
- 入组人数
- 26
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Postural Alignment
研究概览
简要总结
This study aims to investigate the effects of reformer pilates exercises on posture, core endurance, and body awareness in adolescents. The hypothesis is that reformer pilates will improve these outcomes compared to a control group receiving only informational support. Participants will be randomized into two groups and assessed over six weeks.
详细描述
This randomized controlled trial investigates the effects of reformer pilates exercises on core endurance, posture, and body awareness in adolescents aged 10-19. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: an intervention group performing reformer pilates exercises and a control group receiving educational information on posture and physical activity. Both groups will be assessed at baseline and after the 6-week intervention period.
A. Study Design
Intervention Group: Participants in this group will perform reformer pilates exercises twice a week for six weeks. The exercises will target both deep and superficial core muscles and focus on improving posture and body awareness. The program will include progressive adjustments to resistance and repetitions every two weeks.
Control Group: Participants in this group will receive educational sessions about proper posture and physical activity but will not engage in pilates exercises. They will have the option to participate in the pilates program after the study is completed.
B.Outcome Measures B.1. Trunk Endurance Extensor Endurance (Sorensen Test): Assesses the endurance of trunk extensor muscles by recording the duration the participant can hold a horizontal position against gravity.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Prevention
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 10 Years 至 19 Years（Child, Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 是
入选标准
- •Aged between 10-19 years.
- •Voluntary participation with signed informed consent.
- •Ability to read and write in Turkish.
排除标准
- •History of orthopedic injury within the last 3 months.
- •Obesity (BMI > 30 kg/m²).
- •Being under follow-up for a scoliosis diagnosis.
研究组 & 干预措施
Educational Session Group
Participants in this group will receive a one-time, 60-minute educational session on proper posture and the importance of physical activity at the start of the study. This session will include:
Verbal and visual explanations about maintaining correct postural alignment in daily activities such as sitting, standing, and lifting.
Practical tips on integrating physical activity into their daily routines to support overall health and posture.
No structured exercise or physical activity will be performed during the six-week study period. Participants will be invited to post-intervention assessments after six weeks. Additionally, participants will be offered the opportunity to join the reformer pilates exercise program after the study concludes, if they wish.
Reformer Pilates Group
Participants in this group will perform reformer pilates exercises twice weekly for six weeks. Each session will last 50 minutes and include warm-up, main exercises, and cool-down phases.
The exercises will target both deep and superficial core muscles, focusing on core endurance, posture, and body awareness.
The main program includes 12 reformer exercises (e.g., Footwork Series, Pelvic Lift, Arm Circles, Leg Circles) with progressive resistance and repetitions (10 repetitions for the first 3 weeks and 15 repetitions for the last 3 weeks).
The intervention will be carried out under professional supervision. Cool-down includes diaphragmatic breathing and relaxation-focused Footwork exercises.
干预措施: Reformer Pilates (Behavioral)
结局指标
主要结局
Postural Alignment
时间窗: Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention.
Evaluation of static postural alignment using the Artificial Intelligence Posture Evaluation and Correction System (APECS). Photos taken from front, side, and back will be analyzed to assess sagittal and frontal plane deviations, including cervical angle, shoulder alignment, and spinal curvature.
Trunk Endurance
时间窗: Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention.
Assessment of core endurance using the Sorensen Test for trunk extensor muscles and the Flexor Endurance Test for trunk flexor muscles. The duration (in seconds) that participants can maintain the test position will be recorded.
次要结局
- Objectified Body Consciousness Scale ( OBSC)(Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention.)
- Body Awareness Questionnaire (BAQ)(Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention.)
研究者
Muhammed Şeref Yıldırım
Research Assistant (PhD)
Trakya University