Comparing online and in-person Pilates for low back pain relief
The Effects of Online Mat Pilates and Face-to-Face Equipment-Based Pilates on Pain, Kinesiophobia, and Balance in Individuals With Non-Specific Low Back Pain
This study tests whether doing Pilates online or in-person helps people with low back pain feel better and improve their balance and fear of movement.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 57 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06946966 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the effects of online mat Pilates and face-to-face equipment-based Pilates on pain, kinesiophobia, and balance in individuals suffering from non-specific low back pain (NSLBP). Participants will engage in either form of Pilates, which emphasizes neuromuscular control and alignment, to assess how the delivery method influences outcomes. The study aims to determine which approach is more effective in alleviating pain and improving balance and fear of movement in this population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 60 with non-specific low back pain lasting more than 12 weeks and a pain level between 3 and 7 on the Visual Analog Scale.
Not a fit: Patients with recent spinal surgery, severe pain restricting movement, or neurological conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide patients with effective, accessible options for managing low back pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with Pilates interventions for low back pain, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 18 and 60 years * Non-specific low back pain for more than 12 weeks * No clear pathological diagnosis * Physically and cognitively capable of performing the exercises * Pain level between 3 and 7 on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy * Spinal surgery in the last 6 months * Neurological or chronic systemic diseases * Movement restriction due to severe pain
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Bahceşehir University Health Center — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hazal GENÇ, PhD
- Email: hazaloksuz@gmail.com
- Phone: 05413204291
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.