Dissertations / Theses: 'Pilates exercises'

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Yates, Asia V. "The Influence of Surface Angle Inclination on Muscle Activity During Common Pilates Exercises." Thesis, California State University, Long Beach, 2017. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=10263491.

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The purpose of this study was to compare trunk muscle activity during common Pilates exercises performed at different angles of support. Nineteen college aged students volunteered as participants and performed 2 exercises (modified teaser and high plank) on three different surface inclinations. Muscle activity of the abdominals and back extensors on the right side of the body were recorded using surface electrodes and were expressed as a percent of the individual muscles maximum contraction (MVIC) recorded during data collection. These values were compared using 1-way repeated measures ANOVAs. During the high plank, the altered surface inclination changed the abdominal activity. During the modified teaser differences were seen between all muscles when comparing activity on the incline surface to the decline surface. The results of this study suggest that trunk muscle activity can be altered by modifying the surface angle.

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Gagnon, Laura. "Efficacy of pilates exercises as therapeutic intervention in treating patients with low back pain." Access full text, 2005. http://etd.utk.edu/2005/GagnonLaura.pdf.

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Thesis (Ph.D.) -- University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 2005. UMI no.: 3177252. "A dissertation presented for the Doctor of Philosophy Degree, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville". "May 2005". Includes bibliographical references (leaves 80-89). Also available via the World Wide Web.

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Chemaly, Catherine. "The effects of supervised versus non-supervised Pilates mat exercises on non-specific chronic low back pain." Master's thesis, University of Cape Town, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/11427/12650.

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Includes bibliographical references. Chronic non-specific low back pain (NSCLBP) is a common low back condition affecting a large proportion of the population suffering from low back pain (LBP). Exercise therapy is recommended as the first line treatment for NSCLBP but no type of exercise has been found to be more effective than another in improving pain and function outcomes. Low back pain trials have compared heterogeneous exercise types to date. Pilates mat classes are a popular form of exercise taught by therapists. The aim of this study was to compare outcomes of an eight-week supervised Pilates mat programme with those of a similar non-supervised home exercise programme with regard to pain intensity, function, medication use, health related quality of life, adherence, and participant satisfaction with such exercise programmes in treating NSCLBP. A randomised control trial was done to compare the effect of a supervised Pilates at programme with a non-supervised home programme of similar exercises. The programmes were comparable for both the type of exercise and the participation duration of programmes (per week) and included the same fourteen exercises with gradual progressions. The Pilates classes were held twice a week for a 45 minute class and the home programme required doing the exercises for 30 minutes, three times a week, for an eight-week period. All participants were women who had been suffering from NSCLBP for longer than six weeks and who had volunteered to participate, or were referred by a therapist. The participants were screened and randomly allocated to the respective groups: a supervised exercise group (SEG) and a home exercise group (HEG). All the individual sessions and the supervised classes were held at a multi-disciplinary centre, which housed both a private physiotherapy practice and a Pilates studio. Outcome measures were measured at baseline, four weeks, eight weeks and 12 weeks by an assessor who was blinded to group allocation. The primary outcomes of pain and function were measured using the Pain Intensity Numeric Rating Scale (PINRS) and the Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire (RMDQ) respectively. Change in medication was measured as a percentage change in medication; mobility of the pelvis and lumbar spine was measured using the fingertip-to-floor (FTF) test; health-related quality of life was assessed using the EQ-5D questionnaire, and the confidence to perform certain tasks was measured using the pain self-efficacy questionnaire (PSEQ). Additionally, patient satisfaction was measured at eight weeks using the Better Backs Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire, and adherence was measured by calculating a percentage of the maximum adherence.

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Silva, Ana Luísa Vasconcelos da. "A importância das técnicas de reeducação postural em pacientes com escoliose: uma revisão bibliográfica." Bachelor's thesis, [s.n.], 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/10284/6279.

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Projeto de Graduação apresentado à Universidade Fernando Pessoa como parte dos requisitos para obtenção do grau de Licenciada em Fisioterapia Introdução: A escoliose é definida como um desvio da coluna vertebral nos diversos planos, e a sua etiologia é multifatorial. Existem diferentes formas terapêuticas para correção e reeducação das curvaturas escolióticas. Objetivo: Analisar os efeitos de diferentes protocolos de reeducação postural em pacientes com escoliose. Metodologia: A pesquisa foi realizada nas bases de dados PubMed, Science Direct e motor de pesquisa B-on, fundamentada em artigos compreendidos entre os anos de 2007 e 2017, avaliados segundo a escala Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP). Resultados: Nesta revisão foram incluídos 6 estudos, com um total de 110 crianças e jovens de ambos os sexos, e com idades médias compreendidas entre 7 e 20 anos. Após a implementação das técnicas constatou-se uma melhoria nos ângulos da curvatura, na flexibilidade vertebral, na expansibilidade tóraco-pulmonar, na sintomatologia dolorosa e na qualidade de vida dos participantes. Conclusão: As técnicas de reeducação postural, nomeadamente reeducação postural global, método de Pilates, isostretching e exercícios de Schroth são efetivas no tratamento convencional de escolioses em crianças e jovens. Background: Scoliosis is defined as a deviation of the spine in various planes, and is etiology is multifactorial. There are different therapeutic forms for correction and re-education of scoliotic curvatures. Objectives: Analyze different protocols on the effects and importance of different techniques of postural reeducation in patients with scoliosis. Methodology: The survey was conducted in PubMed and Science Direct databases, and search engines such as B-on, based on articles dated between 2007 and 2017, evaluated according to the Critical Appraisal Skills Program (CASP) scale. Results: In this review, 6 studies were included, with a total of 110 children and teenagers of both sexes, with ages ranging from 7 to 20 years. After the implementation of the techniques, there was an improvement in the angles of curvature, in the vertebral flexibility, in the thoracic-pulmonary expansion, in the pain symptomatology and in the quality of life of the participants. Conclusion: The techniques of postural reeducation, namely global postural reeducation, Pilates method, isostretching and Schroth exercises are effective in the conventional treatment of scoliosis in children and young people. N/A

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Urbonienė, Loreta. "Stabilizuojančių pratimų poveikis liemens raumenų ištvermei." Bachelor's thesis, Lithuanian Academic Libraries Network (LABT), 2014. http://vddb.library.lt/obj/LT-eLABa-0001:E.02~2014~D_20140619_115306-21226.

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Kūno šerdis (angl., „Core”) ir „jegos namai” (angl., „Power house”) yra pagrindiniai terminai naudojami pakaitomis, ne tik pilatese, tačiau ir medicinoje, bei sporte (Cech & Martin, 2002). Pilatesas tai yra viso kūno šerdies stiprinimas (Hodges & Richardson,1999; Nicholas et al, 1976). Kūno šerdies stabilizavimas yra efektyvus ir reabilitacijos ir sporto programose (Dudonienė, 2008; S. McGill ,2007; H.S. Rhee 2012; S.P. Kumar ,2011; ir kt.). Kibleris (2006) Cholevicki J. ir Van Viet J.J.T. (2002) mano, jog kūno šerdies raumenys yra vieni iš svarbiausių raumenų ir stabilizavimo pratimai gali būti efektyviausi kai apima visą juosmens raumenyną. Juosmens segmentų stabilumas yra svarbus kūno biomechanikos komponentas, kurio nepakankamumas gali turėti įtakos nugaros juosmeninės dalies skausmui atsirasti (Kumar; 2011 ). Teigiama, jog skersinio pilvo ir dauginio nugaros raumenys yra svarbiausi stabilizuojant stuburą (Allison et al., 2008). Ant nestabilių paviršių arba vienos galūnės pozicijose reikia didesnės kūno šerdies raumenų veiklos (Faries, 2007). Raktiniai žodžiai: Nugaros ir pilvo raumenų ištvermė, Pilateso metodas, stabilizuojantys pratimai, kūno šerdis. Tyrimo objektas: 4 mėn. trukmės stabilizuojančių pratimų poveikis moterų liemens raumenų ištvermei Tikslas: Nustatyti 4 mėn. trukmės stabilizuojančių pratimų poveikį moterų liemens raumenų ištvermei. Darbo uždaviniai: 1. Nustatyti ir palyginti moterų liemens raumenų ištvermę, prieš ir po 4 mėnesių stabilizuojančių... [toliau žr. visą tekstą] Body core and the power house is the main terms used interchangeably, not only pilates but also in medicine, and sports (Cech & Martin, 2002). Pilates is a total body core strengthening (Hodges & Richardson, 1999; Nicholas et al, 1976). Body core stabilization is effective and rehabilitation and sports programs (Dudonienė, 2008 , S. McGill , 2007, 2012 HS Rhee, SP Kumar , 2011 , and others. ) . Kibleris (2006) Cholevicki J. and Van Viet J.J.T. (2002) believe that the core muscles of the body are some of the major muscles and stabilizing exercises can be effective when covering the entire lumbar muscle. Lumbar segments of the stability of the biomechanics of the body is an important component of failure can affect spinal lumbar pain occur (Kumar, 2011). It is argued that cross multiple abdominal and back muscles are important in stabilizing the spine (Allison et al., 2008). On unstable surfaces or one limb positions requiring higher body core muscle (Faria, 2007). Key words: Back and abdominal muscle endurance, Pilates method, stabilizing exercises, body core . Subject: of the 4 months term stabilizing effect of exercise on trunk muscle endurance women Objective: Set of 4 months term stabilizing exercises on female torso muscle endurance. Tasks: 1. Identify and compare trunk muscle endurance of women before and after 4 months of stabilizing exercises targeting the Pilates method. 2. Set and compare trunk muscle endurance of women before and after 4 months of stabilizing... [to full text]

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Alvarenga, Guilherme Medeiros de. "Efeitos da associação do Método Pilates com o treinamento muscular inspiratório na função pulmonar em idosas." Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, 2018. http://repositorio.utfpr.edu.br/jspui/handle/1/3153.

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O envelhecimento é progressivo, seus efeitos no sistema respiratório são alterações na composição dos tecidos conjuntivos do pulmão influenciando na complacência torácica e na complacência pulmonar. O Powerbreathe® K5 é utilizado para o treino dos músculos inspiratórios, com ajuste de resistência adequando ao nível da musculatura inspiratória a ser treinada. O método Pilates promove o reequilíbrio muscular com exercícios que dão ênfase ao powerhouse. O objetivo do estudo foi analisar a influência do treino muscular inspiratório combinado com o método Pilates na função pulmonar em mulheres idosas. Participaram do estudo, indivíduos com 60 anos ou mais de idade, mulheres ativas, sem fraturas recentes e sem uso de dispositivos para a marcha. Foram randomizadas e divididas em Grupo Pilates com treinamento respiratório (n=11), um grupo com o método Pilates (n= 11) e um grupo controle (n=9). Antes e após a intervenção, os procedimentos avaliativos foram: espirometria, manovacuometria, teste de caminhada de 6 minutos, abdominal Curl Up Test e variáveis pulmonares. O protocolo mostrou que houve um incremento na pressão inspiratória máxima e nas forças pulmonares (p<0,0001), força muscular expiratória (p<0,0014), teste de caminhada de seis minutos (p<0,01), teste abdominal crul up (p<0,00001). O grupo controle não apresentou diferença significativa nas variáveis analisadas (p> 0,05). Os resultados desse estudo sugerem que o treinamento muscular inspiratório associado com o método Pilates promovem um incremento na função pulmonar e no condicionamento físico de pacientes idosos. Aging is progressive, its effects on the respiratory system are changes in the composition of the connective tissues of the lung influencing the thoracic compliance and lung compliance. Powerbreathe® K5 is used for the inspiratory muscle training, with resistance adapted to the level of the inspiratory muscles to be trained. The Pilates method promotes muscle rebalancing exercises that emphasize the powerhouse. The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of inspiratory muscle training combined with the Pilates method on lung function in elderly women. The participants were sixty-years-old or more, active women, no recent fractures and not users of gait devices. They were randomized and divided into a Pilates Group with Inspiratory Training (n = 11), a Group with the Pilates method (n = 11) and a control group (n = 9). Pre and post twenty intervention with evaluation procedures: spirometry, manovacuometry, six-minute walk test, abdominal Curl Up Test, pulmonary variables. The protocol showed an increase in maximal inspiratory muscle strength, pressure and power pulmonary (p<0,0001), maximal expiratory muscle strength (p<0,0014), six-minute walk test (p<0,01), abdominal curl up test (p <0,00001). The control group showed no difference in the variables analyzed (p> 0,05). The results of this study suggest inspiratory muscle training associated with the Pilates method provides an improvement in lung function and physical conditioning of patients elderly.

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Freitas, Cíntia Domingues de. "Comparação das técnicas reeducação postural global, pilates solo e exercícios com a bola suíça em relação aos efeitos sobre a força e resistência muscular do tronco, flexibilidade da cadeia muscular posterior e mobilidade da coluna: ensaio clínico randomizado controlado." Universidade de São Paulo, 2016. http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/5/5160/tde-05122016-162756/.

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Introdução: Técnicas específicas como a Reeducação Postural Global (RPG), Pilates e exercícios de estabilização com bola suíça, além da cinesioterapia clássica, são frequentemente utilizadas na fisioterapia. Não há estudos que compararam exercícios com bola, Pilates e RPG. Objetivos: Comparar os exercícios de RPG, com bola suíça e Pilates solo quanto à força, resistência muscular do tronco, flexibilidade da cadeia muscular posterior e mobilidade da coluna em adultos saudáveis. Métodos: 100 indivíduos, ambos os sexos entre 18 e 50 anos, randomizados nos grupos: Controle, Bola, RPG e Pilates. Os indivíduos foram avaliados por um avaliador cego pré e pós-intervenção em relação: dados antropométricos, atividade física (IPAQ), flexibilidade (Toe-touch test), mobilidade da coluna (Schober e Stibor), força (dinamômetro isocinético BIODEX) e resistência muscular do tronco (Sorenson e Crunch). Cada intervenção foi realizada em uma sessão de uma hora por semana, por 8 semanas, em grupos de cinco pessoas. A análise estatística seguiu os princípios da intenção de tratar (p<=0,05). Resultados: Houve diferença estatisticamente significante para ganho de flexibilidade somente para o RPG, ganho de resistência extensora e flexora para os exercícios com bola e RPG e ganho de resistência flexora no Pilates comparados ao grupo controle que não teve alterações pós-intervenção. Não houve diferenças significantes para os resultados de força. Conclusões: Os exercícios de Pilates, RPG e com bola, aplicados uma vez por semana por oito semanas, foram eficientes de forma específica para melhorar resistência e flexibilidade muscular. Nenhuma das intervenções desenvolveu força de tronco Introduction: Global postural reeducation (GPR), Pilates, and stabilization exercises using a Swiss ball, in addition to classic kinesiotherapy, are often used in physical therapy. There are no studies comparing exercises with the ball, Pilates, and GPR. Objectives: to compare GPR with Swiss ball and Pilates in relation to trunk muscle strength, muscle endurance, flexibility of the posterior muscular chains and spine mobility in healthy adults. Methods: 100 subjects of both sexes, aged between 18 and 50 years, randomized into groups: Control, Ball, GPR and Pilates. The individuals were evaluated by a blinded evaluator at the baseline and post-intervention, in relation to anthropometric data, physical activity (IPAQ), flexibility (Toe-touch test), mobility of the spine (Schober and Stibor), strength (BIODEX isokinetic dynamometer) and trunk muscle endurance (Sorenson and Crunch). Each intervention was performed in one one-hour session per week, for 8 weeks, in groups of five people. The statistical analysis followed the principles of intention to treat (p <= 0.05). Results: There was a statistically significant difference for gain in flexibility only for the GPR, a gain in extensor and flexor endurance for the exercises with the ball, and GPR, and a gain in flexor endurance for the Pilates, compared to the control group, which had no alterations after intervention. There were no significant differences in the results for strength. Conclusions: The Pilates exercises, GPR and exercises with the ball, applied once a week for eight weeks, were especially effective in improving muscle endurance and muscular flexibility. None of the interventions developed trunk muscle strength

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Emery, Kim. "Effects of Pilates training on neck-shoulder posture and movement." Thesis, McGill University, 2008. http://digitool.Library.McGill.CA:80/R/?func=dbin-jump-full&object_id=116101.

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The purpose of this Master's project was to investigate the effects of a l2-week Pilates training program on neck-shoulder posture and motion, core strength and neck-shoulder kinematics and muscles activity associated with a shoulder flexion task performed under six different conditions. After the training, scapula anterior tilt and upper and lower thoracic extension were reduced and there was increased activity of the rectus abdominis, serratus anterior and rhomboid muscles during the shoulder flexion task; passive shoulder range of motion increased in flexion and internal rotation; static thoracic kyphosis was smaller and abdominal strength was greater. Theses results suggest that Pilates is effective in improving core strength, thoracic static and dynamic posture, and shoulder flexibility as well as in stabilizing core posture as limb movements are performed. Our results support the use of the Pilates method in the rehabilitation, and possibly in the prevention, of neck-shoulder disorders.

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Giles, Courtney. "The effects of exercise during pregnancy on haemodynamics." Phd thesis, Australian Catholic University, 2025. https://acuresearchbank.acu.edu.au/download/e5dcc5ede4572821fbb37c06a855fca2ac7c86942568f58c4f793a0579ccfc19/9449255/Giles_2025_The_effects_of_exercise_during_pregnancy.pdf.

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During pregnancy the maternal body undergoes significant physiological changes, with some of the most profound changes occurring within the cardiovascular system. Many of the cardiovascular changes occur within the first month or two of pregnancy including an increase in blood volume, cardiac output, heart rate and stroke volume, which are all associated with a decrease in vascular resistance and systemic vascular tone. Maladaptive changes to these maternal haemodynamic processes can occur during gestation, increasing the risk of gestational hypertensive conditions. Regular exercise performed during pregnancy has been shown to reduce the risk of developing perinatal gestational hypertensive conditions. Further evidence on the exact parameters of exercise needed to explain these beneficial responses is required, within both uncomplicated and at-risk pregnancies. Chapter 1 provides a general review of the literature on exercise in pregnancy, and introduces the thesis aims. The topics covered in the general literature review include: gestational hypertensive conditions of pregnancy and the short to long term maternal and foetal consequences; exercise guidelines in pregnancy; arterial function in pregnancy and the effects of exercise on arterial function in non-pregnant populations. The detailed methods for Studies 2, 3, 4 and 5 are outlined in Chapter 2. Further methods applicable to each of the specific studies are reported in the relevant chapters. Chapter 3 comprises a systematic review and meta-analysis investigating the effects of aerobic and resistance exercise on blood pressure in uncomplicated and at-risk pregnancies. The findings showed that compared to usual care, aerobic and/or resistance exercise performed throughout uncomplicated pregnancy had no influence on blood pressure. In women who are at risk of, or diagnosed, with gestational hypertensive conditions during pregnancy, moderate to vigorous exercise during pregnancy improves blood pressure outcomes. Higher risk pregnancies may reduce their risk of future cardiovascular complications through regular exercise training during pregnancy. Chapter 4 includes a case study which aimed to observe the acute effects of a submaximal graded exercise test on arterial stiffness and blood pressure longitudinally throughout pregnancy. A healthy pregnant woman was recruited from five weeks of gestation to perform weekly submaximal graded exercise tests on the treadmill until 35 weeks of pregnancy. An aged matched non-pregnant control was recruited to perform weekly – fortnightly sessions over 30 weeks. The primary outcome measures included: arterial stiffness measured by pulse wave velocity (PWV) and pulse wave analysis (PWA), blood pressure (BP), and mean arterial pressure (MAP). The findings showed a gradual decrease in resting arterial stiffness throughout pregnancy, with the greatest response in PWV following exercise seen in the first trimester. Resting systolic (SBP), diastolic (DBP) and MAP all followed similar trends decreasing from trimester 1 (T1) to trimester 2 (T2), before increasing again in trimester 3 (T3). The findings lead us to speculate that the ability of the maternal cardiovascular system to adapt to submaximal exercise may decrease as gestation progresses, which led to the design of Chapter 5. A cross-sectional analysis of 34 pregnant participants is included in Chapter 5, in which the immediate effects of vigorous intensity exercise at various gestational weeks on vascular function is assessed. Baseline submaximal testing data from the participants in Chapters 6 and 7 were analysed. Based on the findings from this study, it is suggested that the maternal body is able to adapt to stressful stimuli, with the cardiovascular system recovering quickly (within 10 minutes) following vigorous intensity exercise. Further research in pregnancy is warranted on the acute effects of vigorous exercise on arterial stiffness given the varied responses seen in this study. Chapter 6 was designed to assess the feasibility of vigorous intensity interval training (VIIT), along with resistance training (RT) and reformer Pilates (PIL) in pregnancy. Most of the available research to date on the acute effects of exercise in pregnancy has focused on one type or intensity of exercise (e.g. walking/cycling at moderate intensity). Given the varied benefits derived from a balanced exercise program incorporating aerobic and resistance exercise, it is important to understand the acute physiological effects of these different modes. Pilates was identified as a low to moderate intensity mode of exercise which has a paucity of evidence in pregnancy despite its increase in popularity over the past decade. The three modes of exercise in this study proved feasible in the second and third trimesters of uncomplicated pregnancies. All participants were able to achieve the prescribed intensities for VIIT, RT and PIL, with VIIT perceived as more difficult later in gestation despite similar cardiovascular responses between modes. This could be due to an increase in fatigue and discomfort associated with progressing gestation rather than an increased cardiovascular response. A longitudinal crossover trial was employed in Chapter 7 which aimed to observe the effects of VIIT, RT and PIL on arterial stiffness and BP completed weekly throughout pregnancy. We specifically wanted to observe whether the acute response to these three modes of exercise changed as pregnancy progressed. Resting measures of arterial stiffness, BP and HR followed trends previously outlined in longitudinal studies of pregnancy. PWV was significantly higher immediately and 10 minutes following VIIT and RT, but only immediately post Pilates, indicating a greater response with more intense exercise. Similarly, significant increases in MAP and BP were seen following VIIT and RT but not Pilates. Despite these differences in arterial pressure, along with a greater increase in MHR with more intense exercise, foetal heart rate (FHR) responses remained similar and within normal clinical limits regardless of type of exercise or exercise intensity. The findings in Chapter 7 support VIIT as an apparently safe mode of exercise throughout gestation, with 229 VIIT sessions in 20 participants closely monitored across the course of the study. A summary of the outcomes from all studies is provided in Chapter 8. This chapter discusses the practical implications of the thesis findings and makes recommendations for future research in this area. The thesis findings indicate that acute cardiovascular responses to exercise change as gestation increases. Further longitudinal research is imperative throughout pregnancy to facilitate the development of trimester-specific guidelines for exercise. While vigorous exercise seems to be safe and achievable during gestation, incorporating shorter bouts of higher intensities may enhance enjoyment and therefore adherence in pregnancy. Nonetheless, it is worth noting that it is hypothesised that engaging in higher intensity exercise during the later stages of pregnancy may not yield significantly greater benefits compared to moderate intensity workouts, due to alterations in resting cardiovascular measures.

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Queiroz, Bergson Weber Cabral. "Avaliação eletromiográfica comparativa de diferentes exercícios em quadrupedia do método Pilates." Universidade de São Paulo, 2010. http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/5/5163/tde-21062010-172706/.

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O método Pilates é um sistema de exercícios criado pelo alemão Joseph Pilates (1880-1967), que tem como foco o fortalecimento e estabilização da região abdominal e lombar, e que vem sendo adaptado para aplicação em diversas áreas da reabilitação, inclusive nas disfunções da região lombar. O controle dinâmico da musculatura do tronco tem um papel importante na prevenção de lesões das estruturas da coluna vertebral. No método Pilates, os exercícios knee stretch, executados na posição de quadrupedia, são clinicamente recomendados por promoverem o fortalecimento e desafiarem a estabilização da musculatura do tronco. Contudo, há uma carência de estudos científicos sobre a descrição biomecânica destes exercícios. Este estudo investigou a atividade dos músculos estabilizadores do tronco e do quadril, em quatro variações dos exercícios knee stretch: pelve em retroversão e tronco em flexão; pelve em anteversão e tronco em extensão; pelve neutra com tronco inclinado em relação ao solo; e pelve neutra com tronco paralelo ao solo. Participaram do estudo 19 sujeitos saudáveis, com treinamento prévio no método Pilates. Foi registrado o sinal eletromiográfico dos músculos iliocostal, multífido, glúteo máximo, reto do abdome, oblíquo externo e interno. Foi mensurada e comparada a raiz média quadrada do sinal eletromiográfico normalizada pela contração isométrica voluntária máxima de cada músculo em cada variação do exercício nas fases de extensão e de flexão do quadril. Foi calculada a integral do envoltório linear de cada músculo, normalizada pela contração voluntária isométrica máxima, e calculado o padrão de co-contração entre músculos extensores e flexores de tronco, e também analisada a relação entre os músculos definidos como locais (multífido e oblíquo interno) com os globais (iliocostal e reto do abdome). Os dados eletromiográficos foram comparados por meio de ANOVAs 2-fatores para medidas repetidas, seguidas pelo post hoc HSD Tukey. A posição com pelve em retroversão promoveu uma atividade significativamente maior dos músculos oblíquo externo e glúteo máximo. A posição com pelve em anteversão aumentou significativamente a atividade do multífido e também apresentou uma maior relação entre a atividade de extensores/ flexores. A posição de pelve neutra com tronco inclinado promoveu uma relação significativamente maior entre a ativação de músculos locais/ globais em comparação aos outros exercícios. E a posição de pelve neutra com tronco paralelo ao solo promoveu uma atividade significativamente menor de todos os músculos. A atividade do reto do abdome foi similar em todos os exercícios, não sofrendo influência das posições de pelve e tronco. As variações nas posições de pelve e de tronco nos exercícios knee stretch levaram a uma mudança no padrão de ativação dos músculos multífido, glúteo máximo, reto do abdome e oblíquos, bem como a uma mudança no padrão de ativação da musculatura extensora em relação a flexora, e dos músculos locais em relação aos globais. O baixo nível de atividade do músculo reto do abdome sugere que ele mantém a sua ação para garantir a estabilidade pélvica nos quatro exercícios, independentemente das posições de tronco e de pelve The Pilates method is an exercise system developed by Joseph Pilates (1880-1967). Its main focus is the strengthening and the stabilization of the trunk muscles. This method has been adapted for application in several physical rehabilitation areas, including low back disorders. The dynamic control of trunk muscles plays an important role in preventing repetitive injury of intervertebral disks, facet joints, and related structures. In the Pilates method the knee stretch exercises are clinically recommended because they can promote the strengthening and challenge the stabilization of trunk muscles. These exercises are done in a quadruped position. However, little biomechanical investigation about them has been reported in the scientific literature. This study investigated the activity of stabilizing trunk and hip muscles in four variations of Pilates knee stretch exercises: retroverted pelvis with flexed trunk; anteverted pelvis with extended trunk; neutral pelvis with inclined trunk; and neutral pelvis with trunk parallel to the ground. Participated in the study 19 healthy subjects experienced in Pilates routines. Surface electromyographyc signal of iliocostalis, multifidus, gluteus maximus, rectus abdominis, and external and internal oblique muscles were recorded in the four knee stretch exercises variations. It was calculated and compared the root mean square values normalized by the maximal voluntary isometric contraction of each muscle and exercise in both phases of hip extension and flexion. We also calculated the integral of the linear envelope of each muscle, normalized by the maximal voluntary isometric contraction, and it was determined the co-contraction pattern of extensors and flexors muscles and also the relationships patterns of the so called local (multifidus and internal oblique muscles) and global muscles (iliocostalis and rectus abdominis muscles) in each exercise. The exercises and phases data were compared using a two-way ANOVA for repeated measures followed by the HSD Tukey post hoc test. The retroverted pelvis with flexed trunk position led to significantly increased external oblique and gluteus maximus muscle activation. The anteverted pelvis with trunk extension significantly increased multifidus muscle activity and also presented an increased relation of activity of extensor over flexor muscles. The neutral pelvis with inclined trunk position presented a significantly increased the relation of activity of local over global muscles in comparison with others exercises. The neutral pelvis position with trunk paralel to the ground led to significantly lower activity of all muscles. Rectus abdominis muscle activation was similar in all exercises and was not influenced by position of the pelvis and trunk. Variations in the pelvic and trunk positions in the knee stretch exercises change the activation pattern of the multifidus, gluteus maximus, rectus abdominis and oblique muscles, and also the relation pattern of extensors over flexors muscles and of local over global muscles. The lower level activation of the rectus abdominis muscle suggests that it maintains its action to guarantee pelvic stability in the 4 exercises regardless of trunk and pelvic position

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Pereira, Ivye Leite dos Reis. "Análise eletromiográfica de três exercícios de core do Mat Pilates e suas implicações para a dor lombar crônica inespecífica." Universidade de São Paulo, 2014. http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/5/5170/tde-27022015-102351/.

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Devido a grande prevalência de lombalgia não-especifica, esse estudo buscou conhecer melhor sobre o uso do método Pilates no tratamento desta doença. Os objetivos foram descrever e comparar o padrão eletromiográfico da musculatura do core durante exercícios intermediários do Mat Pilates em pessoas saudáveis e com lombalgia não-específica, bem como relatar as diferenças entre os exercícios e a sequência de progressão de cada exercício para fins terapêuticos. A amostra foi composta por 32 pessoas (13 com lombalgia crônica não-específica e 19 saudáveis) com idade entre 18-45 anos e sem contato prévio com o Pilates. Os músculos multífido, oblíquo externo, oblíquo interno e reto abdominal foram avaliados eletromiograficamente e exercícios clássicos do repertório foram escolhidos (Single leg stretch, Criss-cross e Dead bug). Utilizou-se um eletromiógrafo de superfície de 8-canais, wireless, sincronizado com a variação angular de quadril e os dados coletados em 2 kHz. Analisamos (a) Root mean square (RMS) normalizado pela contração voluntaria máxima, (b) pico do envoltório normalizado pela contração voluntaria máxima; (c) tempo do pico de ativação e (d) co-contração entre a musculatura flexora e extensora (reto abdominal / oblíquo externo / oblíquo interno X multífido). Foram realizadas ANOVAs para medidas repetidas para comparar os exercícios entre si quanto as variáveis RMS e pico de ativação. E, ANOVAs 2 fatores para se comparar os grupos e exercícios para as variáveis tempo de pico de ativação e co-contração. Como resultados, obtivemos que o exercício criss-cross apresentou maiores valores de RMS para os flexores de tronco - reto abdominal, oblíquo externo e interno - quando comparado com os outros exercícios. Os maiores picos de ativação foram dos músculos oblíquo interno e externo no exercício Criss-cross, seguidos do Single leg stretch e do Dead bug, os quais se apresentaram mais similares entre si. O tempo do pico de ativação do reto abdominal e oblíquo externo mostraram-se mais adiantados para o Dead bug e Single leg stretch, enquanto que para o Criss-cross, foram mais atrasados em ambos os grupos. Tanto controles quanto lombálgicos apresentaram maiores índices de cocontração no exercício Dead bug e Single leg stretch, sendo que o Criss-cross apresenta o menor índice deles, com exceção da razão entre obliquo externo e multífido nos controles. Os grupos estudados foram semelhantes entre si em todos os exercícios em relação à co-contração, mas o tempo de pico do reto abdominal e do oblíquo externo dos lombálgicos apresentaram-se mais adiantados que os controles. Podemos concluir que os exercícios foram diferentes quanto a seu padrão de recrutamento do core mesmo tendo a mesma classificação dentro do método - intermediários- e que em termos de progressão clínica para o tratamento de lombalgia crônica, deveríamos iniciar com os exercícios menos desafiadores (Dead bug, Single leg stretch) e somente então evoluir para exercícios mais complexos que demandem de maior estabilização lombo-pélvica (Criss-cross). O método Pilates permitiu a ativação da musculatura estabilizadora lombo-pélvica mesmo em uma primeira sessão, tanto com indivíduos saudáveis quanto lombálgicos, podendo ser portanto indicado nos casos de reabilitação de indivíduos com lombalgia crônica não específica desde que com progressão adequada Due to the high prevalence of non-specific low back pain, this study meant to learn more about the best use of the Pilates method in rehabilitation. The aims of the study were to describe and compare the core muscles electromyographic pattern during intermediate Mat Pilates exercises in healthy people and with low back pain. In addition, to report the differences between the exercise and the sequence of progression of each exercise for therapeutic purposes. The sample consisted of 32 people (13 with chronic non-specific low back pain and 19 healthy) aged between 18 and 45 years with no prior contact with Pilates. An electromyography analysis were done assessing the multifidus, external oblique, internal oblique and rectus abdominis muscles and exercises of the classical repertoire were chosen (Single leg stretch, Criss-cross and Dead bug). It was used a surface 8-channel electromyograph, wireless, synchronized with the hip angular variation and the data were acquired at 2 kHz. It were analysed: (a) Root mean square (RMS) normalized by maximum voluntary contraction, (b) peak of the linear envelope normalized by maximum voluntary contraction; (c) time of peak activation and (d) co-contraction of the flexor and extensor muscles (rectus abdominis / external oblique / internal oblique X multifidus). ANOVAs for repeated measures were performed to compare between exercises using the variables RMS and peak activation. Moreover, two-way ANOVAs compared groups and exercises for the variables time of peak activation and co-contraction. We observed that the criss-cross exercise had higher RMS values for the trunk flexors - rectus abdominis, external oblique and internal oblique - when compared to other exercises. The highest peaks of activation were observed for the internal and external oblique muscles in Criss-cross exercise, followed by the Single leg stretch and the Dead bug, which presented similar behaviour to each other. The time of peak activation of the external oblique and rectus abdominis showed up anticipated for the Dead bug and Single leg stretch, while for the Crisscross, delayed in both groups. Both groups had higher co-contraction rates in the Dead bug and Single leg stretch exercises, and the Criss-cross had the lowest indexes, with the exception of the ratio of external oblique and multifidus in control group. Both groups were similar in all exercises for co-contraction, but the low back pain group presented earlier time of peak of rectus abdominis and external oblique of than controls. We conclude that the exercises were different as their recruitment pattern, even with the same classification in the Pilates method - as intermediate exercises - and in terms of treatment progression of chronic low back pain, we may start with the least challenging exercises (Dead bug, Single leg stretch) and only then progress to more complex exercises that require greater lumbopelvic stabilization (Criss-cross). The Pilates method allowed the activation of the lumbopelvic stabilizing muscles even in a first session for both groups, and may therefore be indicated in cases of chronic nonspecific low back pain rehabilitation with proper progression

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Lenzi, Kimberly A. "Testing the psychological benefits of an exercise intervention combined with guided imagery for younger and older adults." abstract and full text PDF (free order & download UNR users only), 2008. http://0-gateway.proquest.com.innopac.library.unr.edu/openurl?url_ver=Z39.88-2004&rft_val_fmt=info:ofi/fmt:kev:mtx:dissertation&res_dat=xri:pqdiss&rft_dat=xri:pqdiss:3307463.

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Silva, Yumie Okuyama da. "Efeito da mola e da velocidade de execução de três exercícios do Pilates na força muscular resultante do quadril." reponame:Biblioteca Digital de Teses e Dissertações da UFRGS, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10183/39088.

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Contextualização: A compreensão das variáveis que modulam a sobrecarga externa oriunda dos exercícios de Pilates pode afetar as forças internas que agem na articulação do quadril e seu entendimento é de grande importância para os educadores físicos e fisioterapeutas que atuam nesse âmbito, que podem subsidiar a prescrição dos exercícios tanto para o treinamento físico quanto para a reabilitação. Objetivo: analisar o efeito da mola e da velocidade de execução de três exercícios de Pilates no comportamento e na magnitude da força muscular resultante (FMR) da articulação do quadril, obtida pela técnica de dinâmica inversa. Metodologia: 20 sujeitos praticantes de Pilates foram avaliados durante três exercícios de extensão de quadril com e sem mola: (1) leg lower mola alta (LLMA); (2) leg lower mola baixa (LLMB); (3) leg extension (LE). A partir da técnica da dinâmica inversa obtiveram-se os torques musculares e foram utilizando dados da literatura para quantificar a distância perpendicular média ponderada (DPMP) dos flexores e extensores de quadril e assim, estimar a FMR da articulação do quadril. A análise estatística utilizada foi uma ANOVA one-way para verificar o efeito principal dos exercícios sobre a FMR e uma correlação de Spearmann foi aplicada para descrever o comportamento da FMR ao longo de uma faixa de velocidade. Resultados: No exercício LE o esforço muscular passa de 200% do peso corporal, o LLMA atinge 50% e o LLMB, ao contrário dos demais exercícios, tem exigência da musculatura flexora nos últimos 10° da ADM. No LLMA, independente da velocidade a FMR foi a mesma. No LLMB, a FMR diminui com o aumento da velocidade. No LE, a FMR aumenta com o aumento da velocidade. Conclusão: Os diferentes exercícios de extensão de quadril apresentaram configurações distintas que interferiram na força muscular dos extensores de quadril. A velocidade de execução afeta de forma diferente cada um dos exercícios. Background: Understanding of the behavior of external forces coming from the exercises can affect the internal forces that act in the hip joint and understanding is of great importance to the physical educators and clinical therapists that work in this field and can be helpful for prescribing exercises to physical training and rehabilitation. Objectives: To evaluate the effect of spring and the performing velocity of three exercises of Pilates in resultant muscle force (RMF) of the hip, with the support of inverse dynamics technique. Methods: Twenty Pilates practitioners, performed three hip extension exercises: (1) Leg Lower high spring (LLHS); (2) Leg Lower Low Spring (LLLS); (3) Leg extension (LE). From inverse dynamic technique the muscular moments were obtained and literature data was necessary to quantify the weighted mean moment arm (WMMA) of the hip flexors and extensors to estimate a RMF of the hip joint. The statistical analysis used was an ANOVA one way to verify the mean effect from the exercises on the RMF and Spearmann correlation was used to describe the RMF during different velocities. Results: In the exercise LE the muscular effort is greater than 200% of the body weight, in the LLHS was as high as 50% and the LLLS, contrary to the other exercises, have a flexors muscular effort in the last ten degrees of the range of motion. In the LLHS, independent of velocities the RMF is the same. In LLLS, the RMF decreases with the increase of velocity. In LE, the RMF increases with the increase of velocity. Conclusion: The different exercises of hip extension show singular configurations that alter in RMF of hip extensors. The performing velocity changes in different ways each exercises.

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Amorim, Nelbe Maria Ferreira de. "EFEITO DO MÉTODO PILATES COMO TRATMENTO ADJUVANTE EM PACIENTES PORTADORES DE FIBROMIALGIA." Universidade Federal do Maranhão, 2009. http://tedebc.ufma.br:8080/jspui/handle/tede/1141.

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Made available in DSpace on 2016-08-19T18:16:01Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 NELBE MARIA FERREIRA DE AMORIM.pdf: 1748880 bytes, checksum: b3cf56a7fa26b5258bd484dc8612f2d1 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2009-10-28 FUNDAÇÃO DE AMPARO À PESQUISA E AO DESENVOLVIMENTO CIENTIFICO E TECNOLÓGICO DO MARANHÃO Fibromyalgia is a complex multifactorial disorder characterized by chronic pain associated with fatigue, depression, anxiety, alterations in sleep patterns and cognition. Aerobic exercise and training of progressive strength are proposed as treatments of the symptoms. The Pilates method is proposed to improve the flexibility of the body, to emphasize the strengthening of the trunk of the body and posture. The aim of this clinical assay was to evaluate the Pilates method on the daily activities of patients with fibromyalgia, on pain, on the number of tender points and on the amplitude of movement of the shoulders and hips, measured respectively by a Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ), by the Visual Analogical Scale (VAS), by fingerpressure and by photogrammetry. Thirty eight women with a diagnosis of fibromyalgia were randomly distributed into two groups. Group 01 (G1 n=19) were submitted to a program of Pilates based-exercise, two times per week for 8 consecutive weeks with each session lasting sixty minutes and there was also an educational program. Group 2 (G2 n=19) the control group, were only submitted to the educational program. The evaluations were made in both groups at the beginning and at the end of the program. Statistical significance were found in the fibromyalgia impact on daily life (p=0,014), on pain (p=0,0004), on the number of tender points (p=0,012). The amplitude of movements of the shoulders and hips had no significant results. It s therefore concluded that in this study, the Pilates method was efficient in reducing the fibromyalgia impact on daily life, on the pain intensity and in the number of tenders points, and it was not efficient in gaining amplitude of movement in the shoulders and hips. Fibromialgia é uma desordem multifatorial complexa, caracterizada por dor crônica associada à fadiga, depressão, ansiedade, alterações do sono e da cognição. Exercícios aeróbicos e de treinamento de força são propostos como tratamentos dos sintomas. O método Pilates propõe melhora da flexibilidade do corpo, do fortalecimento do tronco e da postura. Este estudo é um ensaio clínico e teve como objetivo avaliar em pacientes com fibromialgia, os efeitos do método Pilates nas atividades de vida diária (AVD S), na dor, no número dos tender points e na amplitude de movimento (ADM) dos ombros e quadris, mensurados respectivamente pelo Questionário do Impacto da Fibromialgia (QIF), pela escala analógica visual (EAV), pela dígito-pressão e pela biofotogrametria. Foram avaliadas trinta e oito mulheres com o diagnóstico de fibromialgia e distribuídas aleatoriamente em dois grupos. O grupo 01 (G1 n=17) foi submetido a um programa de exercício baseado no método Pilates, duas vezes por semana, durante 8 semanas consecutivas, tendo cada sessão uma duração de 60 minutos, além de um programa educacional. O grupo 2 (G2 n=17) controle, foi submetido apenas ao programa educacional. As avaliações foram feitas em ambos os grupos no início e no final do programa. Foram encontradas diminuições estatisticamente significantes no impacto da fibromialgia na vida diária (p=0,014), na dor (p=0,0004), no número dos tenders points (p=0,012). Na amplitude de movimento dos ombros e quadris, não foram encontrados resultados significantes. Concluiu-se, que neste estudo, o método Pilates foi eficaz na diminuição do impacto da fibromialgia na vida diária, na intensidade da dor e no número dos tenders points, e não foi eficiente para o ganho da ADM da flexão dos ombros e dos quadris.

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Schmit, Emanuelle Francine Detogni. "Efeitos da prática do método Pilates na postura corporal de mulheres adultas saudáveis." reponame:Biblioteca Digital de Teses e Dissertações da UFRGS, 2015. http://hdl.handle.net/10183/122295.

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O Método Pilates propicia melhora da flexibilidade, coordenação motora e força muscular, podendo refletir em ajustes posturais. Contudo, ainda não existem evidências acerca dos resultados da prática em relação à postura corporal, principalmente, devido às divergências metodológicas das pesquisas. Assim, os objetivos do presente estudo foram: verificar o efeito de 30 sessões do Método Pilates em mulheres adultas saudáveis no alinhamento postural estático, hábitos posturais, equilíbrio dinâmico e esquema corporal; além de adaptar um instrumento de avaliação do esquema corporal e testar sua repetibilidade e reprodutibilidade. A fim de verificar o estado da arte do objetivo geral da presente dissertação, foi conduzida uma revisão sistemática, em que uma busca em bases de dados foi realizada e somente os estudos que atingissem todos os critérios de elegibilidade foram incluídos. Quatro ensaios clínicos que verificaram o efeito da prática do Pilates na postura corporal estática foram incluídos. Os resultados desta revisão sugerem que a partir de 24 sessões de Pilates, praticadas duas vezes por semana, ocorrem ajustes nos alinhamentos frontal dos ombros e sagital da pelve em adultas jovens. E, após 48 sessões, soma-se a melhora no alinhamento sagital da cabeça. Entretanto, mais pesquisas são necessárias para entender os efeitos em relação à postura corporal como um todo, além de, verificar a afirmação empírica de Joseph Pilates acerca da prática “[...] em 30 sessões, você terá um novo corpo”. Para sanar essa lacuna, foi realizado um estudo de tipo quase-experimental, em que 19 mulheres adultas sedentárias saudáveis foram submetidas a 30 sessões de Mat Pilates, duas vezes por semana. Sendo avaliadas na admissão, pré e pós intervenção, quanto ao equilíbrio dinâmico (SEBT), postura corporal estática (protocolo e software DIPA) e hábitos posturais (questionário BackPEI). Houve melhora, após a intervenção, no equilíbrio dinâmico (p < 0,001) e ajustes posturais no alinhamento da coluna e sua respectiva flecha no plano frontal (p = 0,006) e no equilíbrio postural do tronco no plano sagital (p = 0,011). Porém, a participação em 30 sessões de Pilates, duas vezes por semana, parece não surtir efeito nos hábitos posturais na posição sentada (p > 0,05), melhorando apenas o modo de pegar um objeto do chão (p < 0,025). Com o intuito de avaliar o esquema corporal, foi conduzido um estudo adaptando uma metodologia já existente, além de testar sua repetibilidade e reprodutibilidade, bem como a aplicabilidade. Foram avaliadas 65 mulheres adultas saudáveis, e os resultados indicaram excelente repetibilidade, já, em relação à reprodutibilidade, essa fica restrita a área do esquema corporal e a distância entre trocânteres. A participação em trinta sessões de Pilates, duas vezes por semana, melhorou o índice de percepção do quadril (p = 0,037) porém parece não ser capaz de modificar a percepção da área do esquema corporal. The Pilates Method provides improvements in flexibility, coordination and muscular strength resulting in postural adjustments. However, there are no evidences of practice results related to corporal posture, mostly because of the discrepancy among the methodology applied to the researches. Therefore, the objectives of this paper were: verify the influence of 30 sessions of Pilates Method in static postural alignment, postural habits, dynamical balance and body schema of healthy adult women and adapt an instrument of body schema evaluation and test its repeatability and reproducibility. In order to verify the art state of the general objective of this study, a systematic review was conducted, in which, a search on databases was executed and only the studies that completely fulfilled the eligibility criteria were selected. Four clinical trials that verified the effect of Pilates Method on static corporal posture were included. The results of this review suggest that after 24 sessions of Pilates, practiced twice a week, adjustments in the frontal alignment of shoulders and sagittal pelvis of young adult women occur. After 48 sessions, the increase of sagittal head alignment can be noticed. However, more research is needed to comprehend Pilates’ effects on corporal posture as a whole, aside from verifying the empiric affirmation of Joseph Pilates “[…] in 30 sessions, you are going to have a new body”. To remove any doubts, a quasi-experimental study was conducted, in which 19 healthy but sedentary adult women were submitted to Mat Pilates, two times a week, totalizing 30 sessions. They were evaluated at the admission, pre and post intervention about the dynamic balance (SEBT), static corporal posture (DIPA software and protocol) and postural habits (BackPEI questionnaire). After the intervention, there was improvement on the dynamic balance (p < 0,001) and trunk postural balance on the sagittal plane (p = 0,011) and postural adjustments on the spine alignment and its arrow of the frontal plane (p = 0,006). Nevertheless, practicing 30 sessions of Pilates, twice a week, did not improve the postural habits while seating (p > 0,05), increasing just the way of grabbing an object on the ground (p < 0,025). To measure the body schema, a paper was conducted by modifying one methodology that already existed and test the repeatability and reproducibility, as well as its applicability. 65 healthy adult women were evaluated and the results showed excellent repeatability albeit the reproducibility remained tied to the area of body schema and the distance between the trochanters. 30 sessions of Pilates, twice a week, upgraded the hip perception index (p = 0,037) but seemed unable to change the body schema area perception.

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Franco, Caroline Buarque 1984. "Análise dos efeitos do método Pilates em pacientes com fibrose cística." [s.n.], 2011. http://repositorio.unicamp.br/jspui/handle/REPOSIP/308363.

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Orientador: Antonio Fernando Ribeiro Dissertação (mestrado) - Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas Made available in DSpace on 2018-08-19T03:42:04Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 Franco_CarolineBuarque_M.pdf: 1016164 bytes, checksum: d2defa35883e9f73fc3f033e2ca1c3f1 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2011 Resumo: Objetivo: A proposta de utilizar o método Pilates teve o objetivo de desenvolver um programa de exercícios, avaliando os efeitos no início e final do acompanhamento, coletando os seguintes dados: tolerância ao esforço físico pelo teste do degrau de 3 minutos (TD3); prova de função pulmonar (PFP); avaliação força muscular respiratória (FMR) pela pressão inspiratória máxima (PImáx) e pressão expiratória máxima (PEmáx) pela manovacuometria; qualidade de vida (QV) pelos questionários de qualidade de vida em fibrose cística (QFC); escore z de peso (kg), escore z de altura (m2) e escore z de IMC (kg/m2). Coleta dos valores em repouso e no final de cada sessão: saturação periférica de oxigênio (SpO2), frequência cardíaca (Fc), frequência respiratória (Fr), nível da dispnéia pela escala de Borg modificada. Método: estudo prospectivo descritivo analítico, casuística de 19 pacientes. A pesquisa foi realizada com os pacientes do Ambulatório de FC do Hospital de Clínicas (HC) da Universidade de Campinas (UNICAMP) e do Instituto da Criança (ICr) do HC da Faculdade de Medicina Universidade de São Paulo (FMUSP). O método foi aplicado em uma sessão semanal durante 4 meses. Resultados: A PImáx no grupo total apresentou aumento significativo (p<0,05 probabilidade do teste de Wilcoxon), a PEmáx demonstrou aumento significativo somente no grupo feminino (p=0,007). A PFP não apresentou diferenças no grupo total de pacientes (p>0,05). No TD3 pré-tratamento do grupo masculino, houve aumento significativo da frequência cardíaca (Fc) (p=0,043) e da escala de Borg (p=0,023). No pós-tratamento os sinais vitais permaneceram sem mudanças significativas. No TD3 pré-tratamento, o grupo feminino apresentou aumento significativo na Fc, frequência respiratória (Fr) e na escala de Borg (p<0,05). No pós-tratamento o TD3 deste grupo continuou com aumento significativo na Fc, Fr e na escala de Borg. Quanto as medidas de sinais vitais comparando o início e final de cada sessão, na 1ª sessão de Pilates o grupo total de pacientes,não apresentou mudanças na SpO2, Fc, Fr e na escala de Borg (p>0,05). Na 7ª sessão, no gênero masculino ocorreu aumento significativo da Fc e no grupo total de pacientes houve aumento significativo na escala de Borg. Na 16ª sessão apenas o grupo feminino apresentou aumento significativo na escala de Borg. Quanto ao escore z de peso e IMC, os pacientes não apresentaram mudanças, porém houve aumento significativo no escore z de altura apenas do grupo feminino (p=0,012). A avaliação da QV não demonstrou mudanças no QFC de crianças de 6 à 11 anos. No QFC dos pais/cuidadores de crianças de 6 à 13 anos houve aumento significativo no domínio respiratório. O QFC referente aos pacientes de 14 anos ou mais apresentou aumento significativo no domínio físico. Conclusões: O estudo evidenciou que a aplicação do Pilates foi eficaz no ganho da FMR; melhorias na tolerância física do grupo masculino pelo TD3; ganho no escore z de altura no grupo feminino. Quanto a QV do QFC dos pais/cuidadores de crianças de 6 à 13 anos, houve melhorias no domínio da condição respiratória e no QFC referente aos pacientes de 14 anos ou mais apresentou melhorias no domínio da condição física Abstract: Objective: The proposal to use the Pilates method was to develop an exercise program, evaluating the effects at the beginning and end of follow-up by collecting the following data: the tolerance to exercise step test for 3 minutes (TD3) function test lung (PFP), respiratory muscle strength assessment (FMR) by maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) and maximal expiratory pressure (MEP) by the manometer, quality of life (QOL) questionnaires for quality of life in cystic fibrosis (QFC), z-score Weight (kg), z score for height (m2) and z score of BMI (kg/m2). Collection of the values at rest and at the end of each session: peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2), heart rate (HR), respiratory frequency (Fr), level of dyspnea by the Borg scale. Method: a prospective descriptive analytical sample of 19 patients. The survey was conducted with patients from the CF Clinic, Hospital de Clinicas (HC), Universidade de Campinas (UNICAMP) and the Instituto da Criança (Chr), HC, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo (FMUSP). The method was applied to one session per week for four months. Results: MIP in the total group showed a significant increase (p<0.05 probability of the Wilcoxon test), MEP showed an increase only in the female group (p=0.007). The PFP did not show differences in the total group of patients (p>0.05). In TD3 pretreatment of the male group, there was increased heart rate (HR) (p=0.043) and Borg (p=0.023). In the post-treatment vital signs remained without significant changes. No TD3 pretreatment, the female group showed an increase in HR, respiratory frequency (Fr) and the Borg scale (p<0.05). In the post-treatment group continued TD3 this significant increase in HR, Fr and Borg scale. The measures vital signs comparing the beginning and end of each session, a session of Pilates the total group of patients showed no changes in SpO2, HR, Fr and Borg scale (p>0.05). During the 7th session, a significant increase of Fc in males and in the total group of patients showed a significant increase in Borg scale. In the 16th session only female group showed an increase in Borg scale. As for the z scores for weight and BMI, patients had no change, but there was an increase in height z scores in the female group (p=0.012). The assessment of QOL showed no changes in the QFC of children 6 to 11 years. In QFC parents/caregivers of children 6 to 13 years there was an increase in the field related respiratory and QFC in referring to patients 14 years or more, an increase in the physical realm. Conclusions: The study suggested that the use of Pilates has been effective in: gain of FMR, improvements in physical tolerance in male group, gain in height z scores in the female group. As for the QL QFC parents/caregivers of children 6 to 13 years there has been an improvement in respiratory status and QFC referring to patients 14 years or more improvements in physical condition Mestrado Saude da Criança e do Adolescente Mestre em Saude da Criança e do Adolescente

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Babayigit, Irez Gonul. "Pilates Exercise Positively Affects Balance, Reaction Time, Muscle Strength, Number Of Falls And Psychological Parameters In 65+ Years Old Women." Phd thesis, METU, 2009. http://etd.lib.metu.edu.tr/upload/12611273/index.pdf.

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Physical changes such as impairment flexibility, balance, muscle strength and reaction time occur with aging. Regular lifetime physical activity appears to delay these factors. The purpose of this study was to determine if 12 weeks Pilates exercise could improve dynamic balance, reaction time, flexibility, muscle strength, bone density and quality of life in 65+ years old women and to investigate the changes of these parameters in a year follow up. Thirty out of a hundred women living in a Residential House in Ankara were enrolled in the study. Participants attended a 12-week series of one-hour Pilates exercise meeting three times per week. Dynamic balance, flexibility, reaction time, number of falls, muscle strength, bone mineral density, quality of life and anxiety were measured before and after exercise. Results showed that flexibility, balance, simple and choice reaction time, muscle strength, number of falls, quality of life and beck anxiety scores significantly improved in the exercise group. In addition, after a year of follow up, there were prominent decreases in simple reaction time and muscle strength, choice reaction time, number of falls and bone mineral density in control group while there were no evident changes in exercise group. Furthermore, there were significant relationships of balance with muscle strength, choice reaction time and anxiety.As the result of this study, it can be concluded that Pilates exercise can be efficient for preventing falls, increasing muscle strength and dynamic balance, flexibility, reaction time and decreasing anxiety while increasing quality of life. In the long term, Pilates exercise may have very positive effects on bone mineral density.

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Eaton, Lara Lee. "Health and fitness of young, healthy adult females and the effect of an eight week pilates intervention." Thesis, Rhodes University, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/10962/58267.

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Purpose: The first phase of this study aimed to investigate the health and fitness status of young adult females in the local community. The second phase of this study investigated the impact of an eight week progressive Pilates intervention on selected health and fitness parameters in this cohort. Methods: Healthy young adult females aged 18-26 years (n=96), from the local community, partook in once-off tests including anthropometric measures (stature, body mass, Body Mass Index and waist circumference) as well as fitness parameters including balance, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, and lastly lumbo-pelvic stability. Health measures investigated included blood pressure and spirometry. Where possible, results were compared to those of similar populations from national surveys or published normative data. Sedentary volunteers from this cohort were then randomised into a Pilates Exercise (PEx, n=12) or an inactive Control (Con, n=11) group, with their results from Phase 1 serving as baseline measures. Pilates classes were held twice weekly (60 minutes per session). All the measures from phase 1 were repeated at weeks 4 and 8. An additional intervention test included Transversus abdominis recruitment. Participants maintained habitual dietary intake and energy expenditure throughout. Nine PEx group and eight Con group participants completed the intervention. Results: The current sample (phase 1) was found to be healthier than comparative populations from national surveys, and significant differences (p<0.05) were found for all comparisons except Forced Expiratory Volume (FEV1), (p=0.64). Physical activity levels (230 min.week-1) exceeded that of the recommend weekly threshold (150 min.week-1). BMI, waist circumference, blood pressure and spirometry measures were all found to be within suggested healthy normal ranges. Pilates significantly improved lumbo-pelvic stability in the PEx group at weeks 4 (p<0.005) and 8 (p<0.002). Similarly, abdominal (p=0.00, d=1.1), upper limb (p=0.037, d=0.9) and lower limb endurance (p=0.02, d=1.0, between group d=0.73 for PEx) also improved with no changes in the Con group. PEx energy expenditure significantly increased from baseline to weeks 4 (p=0.007, d=10.7) and 8 (p=0.027, d=0.64), however body mass was maintained throughout. Conversely, Minute Ventilation decreased in the PEx cohort (p=0.010, d=0.95) from weeks 4 to 8. The Con group showed significant increases in body mass (p=0.018), leg strength (within-group Cohen’s d=-1.08 between weeks 0-8; d=-2 between weeks 4-8) and dynamic balance (p=0.01, d=-0.5). While no within-group changes were observed, Protein intake was significantly greater (p=0.036, d>0.8 at baseline and week 8) in the PEx group throughout the intervention. Medium between-group effect sizes (d>0.5) were noted for PEx BMI and waist circumference measures at all time points. Further, although not significant, the large within-group effect size (d=-0.84) between baseline and week 8 for PEx systolic blood pressure, suggested the 9 mm Hg was meaningful. The same time period also indicated a large within-group effect size (d=-0.8) for PEx dynamic balance, and a medium Cohen’s d for (d=0.57) PEx static balance. Conclusion: The local population of young adult females was found to be significantly healthier than those of comparable national samples. Further, Pilates participation significantly improved lumbo-pelvic stability and muscular endurance with meaningful changes in systolic blood pressure, and balance in previously sedentary young, adult females. Body mass was also maintained.

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Santos, Aline da Silva Adães Motta dos. "Respostas pressóricas do pilates e a influência da respiração desse método na pressão arterial de mulheres hipertensas." Universidade Federal de Sergipe, 2016. https://ri.ufs.br/handle/riufs/4953.

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Aerobic exercise is well established in the literature as one of the non-pharmacological interventions in the treatment of hypertension. There is some controversy about resistance training and there is a paucity of evidence about sports such as Pilates. Because it is a widespread and practiced activity, it is necessary to know their hemodynamic responses and if there is possibility of post-exercise hypotension. Objective: To analyze the acute hemodynamic responses and to verify the occurrence of hypotension and mitigation of pressure reactivity after a Pilates session, and analyze if breathing is an active component in these responses. Method: 30 women (63.7 ± 5.8 years) were randomized into three groups (n = 10), which underwent a Pilates session with the respiratory component, the respiratory component and not only the breathing exercises each. The following variables were analyzed in the pre- and post-exercise period: Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure, FC and Reactivity pressure, and BMI, waist circumference, hip and abdomen. Results: The results show that one Pilates session is not able to significantly reduce BP in hypertensive subjects, nor ease the pressure reactivity. Besides, specific breathing technique of the method appears not to be an active component in reducing blood pressure. Although there was no statistical significance of these results, we believe that the amplitudes of found mitigations are relevant, since resemble those caused reductions by an anti-hypertensive medication class or for nutritional education and these minimum reductions in SBP are associated with decreased the risk of mortality from cardiovascular disease. Já é bem estabelecido na literatura que o exercício aeróbio pode ser utilizado como uma das intervenções não farmacológicas no tratamento da hipertensão arterial. Existem algumas controvérsias a respeito do treinamento resistido e há uma escassez de evidências a respeito de modalidades como o Pilates. Por ser uma atividade amplamente difundida e praticada, torna-se necessário conhecer suas influências hemodinâmicas e se há hipotensão pós-exercício. Objetivo: Analisar as alterações hemodinâmicas agudas e verificar a ocorrência de hipotensão e atenuação da reatividade pressórica após uma sessão de Pilates, além de analisar se a respiração é um componente ativo nessas respostas. Métodos: 30 mulheres (63,7±5,8 anos) foram randomizadas em três grupos (n=10), os quais realizaram uma sessão de Pilates (1) com o componente respiratório, (2) sem o componente respiratório e (3) somente os exercícios respiratórios. As variáveis seguintes foram analisadas no período pré- e pós-exercício: Pressão Arterial Sistólica e Diastólica, FC e Reatividade Pressórica, além de IMC, circunferências de cintura, quadril e abdome. Resultados: Os resultados mostram que uma única sessão de Pilates não é capaz de reduzir significativamente a PA de mulheres idosas hipertensas, tampouco atenuar a reatividade pressórica. Além disso, a técnica respiratória específica do método não mostrou ser um componente ativo na redução da pressão arterial. Embora não tenha havido significância nesses resultados, consideramos que as amplitudes das atenuações encontradas sejam relevantes, uma vez que se assemelham às reduções provocadas por uma classe de medicação anti-hipertensiva e estas reduções mínimas da PAS estão associadas com a diminuição do risco de mortalidade por doenças cardiovasculares.

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Tozim, Beatriz Mendes [UNESP]. "Efeito do método Pilates nos parâmetros de desempenho neuromuscular em idosos com dor lombar." Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/11449/153337.

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O exercício terapêutico tem o intuito de manter e ou melhorar as condições físicas ocasionadas pela dor lombar, entre as terapêuticas existe a Protocolo cinesioterapêutico (CIN), que usa exercícios combinados e o método Pilates (MP). OBJETIVO:Analisar o MP e FC na dor, resistência muscular, flexibilidade, força, recrutamento e co-contração dos músculos do tronco de idosas com DL, e comparar com um grupo de ações educativas. MÉTODOS:Participaram do estudo 41 idosas, com DL crônica, divididas em: Grupo Pilates (GP, n=14; 66,71±3,56anos), Grupo CIN (GCIN, n=13; 68,46±4,89anos) e Grupo ações educativas (GAE, n=14; 68,00±4,66anos). A avaliação foi composta pelos testes para: dor (Escala visual analógica), resistência muscular (Teste Biering-Sorensen-TBS), flexibilidade (Sentar e Alcançar, Ângulo Poplíteo), força muscular (FM) e eletromiografia dos músculos tronco (Iliocostal-IL, Multífido- MU, Oblíquo interno- OI). Ao fim da avaliação GP e GCIN realizaram 16 sessões em 8 semanas, e GAE quatro palestras em 8 semanas. A análise estatística usou os testes Shapiro-Wilk, Análise multivariada, analise de Variância Mista e correlação de Pearson (p≤0,05). RESULTADOS: No GP diminuiu a dor (p=0,003), maior resistência muscular (p<0,001) e FM(p=0,003), redução do recrutamento de IL direito durante TBS (p=0,05), co-contração de OI/MU esquerdo (p=0,004), aumento do recrutamento da FM de IL (p<0,001) e MU (p<0,001) direito. O GCIN obteve redução da dor (p=0,014), aumento do tempo de resistência (p=0,003) e FM (p=0,002), e diminuição do recrutamento de IL direito (p=0,008) no TBS e para IL esquerdo na FM (p=0,005). O GAE aumentou co-contração de OI/MU (p=0,02) no TBS e na FM dos músculos IL direito (p=0,007) e esquerdo (p=0,002) e MU direito (p<0,001). CONCLUSÃO: O MP e a FC são importantes na diminuição da dor, aumento do tempo de resistência muscular, FM e redução do recrutamento do IL no TBS de idosos com DL, no teste de FM o IL aumentou o recrutamento. A co-contração diminuiu com o Pilates e aumentou no GAE. Chronic low back pain (LBP) in the length of the endurance and the strength of the extensor muscles of the trunk, flexibility, neuromuscular modifications. Therapeutic exercise is intended to maintain and improve as the possibilities are caused by LBP, among which there is a kinesiotherapeutic exercise (KT), which uses combined exercise, and Pilates Method (PM). OBJECTIVE: To analyze PM and KT in pain, muscular endurance, flexibility, strength, recruitment and co-contraction of the trunk muscles of elderly women with LBP, and compare with a group educational actions. METHODS:41 elderly women with chronic LBP were divided into: Pilates Group (PG, n = 14, 66.71 ± 3.56 years), KT Group (KTG, n = 13, 68.46 ± 4.89 years) and Group educational actions (EAG, n = 14; 68,00 ± 4,66 years). The tests was evaluated for: pain (Visual Scale Analogy), muscle endurance (Biering-Sorensen test-BST), flexibility (sitting and reaching, popliteal angle), muscle strength (MS) and electromyography of the trunk muscles ( Iliocostal-IL,Multifido- MU, Internal Oblique - OI). The PG and KTG evaluation were performed 8 weeks with16 session, and EAG 8 weeks with 4 lesion. A statistical analysis used the Shapiro-Wilk tests, Multivariate Analysis, Analysis of Variance and Pearson's Key (p≤0.05). RESULTS:PG decreased pain (p = 0.003), higher muscle endurance (p <0.001) and MS (p = 0.003), reduction of right IL recruitment during BST (p = 0.05), IO/MU co-contraction (p = 0.004), increased recruitment of IL FM (p <0.001) and right MU (p <0.001). KTG achieved a reduction in pain (p = 0.014), increased endurance (p = 0.003) and MS (p = 0.002), and decreased recruitment of right IL (p = 0.008) in BST and IL (p = 0.005). EAG increased the co-contraction of OI/MU (p = 0.02) in BST, right (p = 0.007) and left (p = 0.002) IL and right MU (p <0.001) in MS. CONCLUSION: PM and KT are important in reduction pain, increasing muscle strength and endurance, and reduction IL activation in BST, increase MU and IL activation in MS. Cocontraction decreased with PM and increased in EA. CNPQ: 475806/2013-1

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Santos, Juviane Menezes dos. "Efeito do método pilates sobre as variáveis hemodinâmicas e da creatina quinase em mulheres hipertensas." Universidade Federal de Sergipe, 2017. http://ri.ufs.br:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4962.

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Introduction: The hypertension is a systemic dysfunction that changes several terms metabolic conditions, among them: an increase in blond pressure, an increase in the enzymatic activity of creatine kinase. Physical exercise has been widely used in the control of these alterations the effect of the Pilates method on hemodynamic variables and creatine kinase in hypertension women. Objective: To evaluate the effect of the Pilates method on hemodynamic variables and creatine kinase in hypertensive women. Method: 30 hypertensive women (54.09 ± 5.71 years) and 15 normotensive women (49.5 ± 6.64 years) underwent 24 sessions of Pilates, twice a week with a duration of 60 minutes each session. They were measured before and after the end of each session, blood pressure and heart rate. For the CK analysis, blood collection was performed 72 hours before the start of physical training and 72 hours after the 24th session of Pilates. In the analysis of the data for comparison of the groups, two-way ANOVA was used for repeated measurements and the Student's t-test for non-paired samples. Results: There was no significant difference in blood pressure and heart rate for both groups (p> 0.05), however, in the CK analysis a significant difference was found between the group of hypertensive women (p = 0.0218).Conclusion: The method pilates did not interfered in the BP and HR of both groups, hoverer, it decrease in the level of creatine kinase in the group of hypertensive women. Introdução: A hipertensão é uma disfunção sistêmica que altera várias condições metabólicas, entre elas: o aumento da pressão arterial, aumento da frequência cardíaca e aumento da atividade enzimática da creatina quinase. O exercício físico tem sido bastante utilizado no controle dessas alterações e o método Pilates tem se mostrado benéfico no tratamento e prevenção dessas alterações. Objetivo: Avaliar o efeito do método Pilates sobre as variáveis hemodinâmicas e da creatina quinase em mulheres hipertensas. Método: 30 mulheres hipertensas (54,09 ± 5,71anos) e 15 normotensas (49,5 ± 6,64 anos) foram submetidas a 24 sessões de Pilates, 2 vezes por semana com duração de 60 minutos cada sessão. Foram medidas antes e logo em seguida o termino de cada sessão, a pressão arterial e a frequência cardíaca. Para a análise da CK foi realizada uma coleta de sangue 72 horas antes do início do treinamento físico e 72 h após a 24ª sessão de Pilates. Na análise dos dados para comparação dos grupos foi utilizado ANOVA two way para medidas repetidas e o teste T de Student para amostras não pareadas. Resultado: Não foi encontrada diferença significativa na pressão arterial e frequência cardíaca para ambos os grupos (p>0,05), entretanto, na análise da CK foi encontrada diferença significativa entre o grupo de mulheres hipertensas (p =0,0218). Conclusão: O método pilates não interferiu na PA e FC de ambos os grupos avaliados, entretanto, diminuiu o nível da creatina quinase no grupo das mulheres hipertensas.

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Gomes, Andr?a de Carvalho. "Efeito do m?todo pilates no desempenho muscular e no equil?brio corporal de mulheres idosas: ensaio cl?nico controlado randomizado." Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, 2012. http://repositorio.ufrn.br:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/16719.

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Рогоза, І. К. "Ефективне використання засобів пілатесу для корегування структурно-функціональних порушень хребта". Thesis, Сумський державний університет, 2013. http://essuir.sumdu.edu.ua/handle/123456789/33069.

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Наразі проблема формування поведінки, що сприяє збереженню здоров’я, серед студентів отримала новий розвиток. Це викликано тими негативними змінами в фізичному стані студентської молоді, які відбуваються в Україні в останні роки. Особливо часто захворювання й різноманітні структурно-функціональні порушення хребта зустрічаються в студенток вузів. Це викликано, передусім, недостатньою руховою активністю студенток і відсутністю програм для різних рівнів фізичної підготовленості. Як показують дослідження, проведені за останні роки, більше значення для профілактики хребта мають вправи, взяті з системи Пілатеса [1-7]. При цитуванні документа, використовуйте посилання http://essuir.sumdu.edu.ua/handle/123456789/33069

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CARNEIRO, Juliana Alves. "EFEITOS DO MÉTODO PILATES E DO TREINAMENTO COM PESOS NA MARCHA, NO PESO CORPORAL, NA CAPACIDADE FÍSICA FUNCIONAL E NA QUALIDADE DE VIDA DE MULHERES OBESAS." Universidade Federal de Goiás, 2008. http://repositorio.bc.ufg.br/tede/handle/tde/1758.

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Franco, Barbara Aparecida Sebastião. "Avaliação da eficácia de um protocolo de exercícios físicos baseado no método Pilates nas variáveis dor lombar, flexibilidade e força muscular em profissionais de enfermagem com lombalgia crônica idiopática." Universidade de São Paulo, 2011. http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/22/22132/tde-16052011-171759/.

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Pesquisadores de várias partes do mundo têm destacado os trabalhadores de enfermagem como um grupo de risco aos distúrbios osteomusculares, com destaque para a lombalgia como um dos fatores associados a prejuízos na execução da atividade laboral. Exercícios físicos são indicados nesses casos e dentre os indicados, destacam-se os baseados no método Pilates, por ativarem os mecanismos de controle neuromuscular e à sua efetividade no alívio da dor e melhora da função de indivíduos com lombalgia crônica não específica. A hipótese testada nesse estudo foi a de que os exercícios físicos baseados no método Pilates são mais efetivos no tratamento da lombalgia quando comparados aos exercícios convencionais de alongamento e fortalecimento. O objetivo da pesquisa foi comparar a efetividade de um protocolo de exercícios físicos baseado no método Pilates, considerando as variáveis dor lombar, flexibilidade de coluna cervical, tronco e quadril e força de glúteos, com outro protocolo contendo exercícios de alongamento e fortalecimento convencionais em profissionais da enfermagem com lombalgia crônica idiopática. Trata-se de um estudo de intervenção, controlado e não-randomizado com análise quantitativa dos dados do qual participaram 19 trabalhadores de enfermagem (enfermeiros, técnicos e auxiliares de enfermagem) de um hospital universitário do interior do estado de São Paulo. A coleta de dados foi realizada no período de setembro de 2009 a junho de 2010 por meio de aplicação de três instrumentos (pré-avaliação, formulário de dados pessoais e questionário Oswestry) e dois testes físicos (fleximetria e dinamometria). Os participantes foram divididos em dois grupos: um grupo controle (GC), o qual foi submetido ao protocolo de exercícios convencionais de alongamento e fortalecimento e o Grupo Pilates (GP), submetido ao protocolo de exercícios físicos baseado no método Pilates. Os dados foram analisados por meio dos softwares Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS), versão 15.0 for Windows e o statistical Analysis System (SAS), versão 9. Os exercícios físicos baseados no método Pilates obtiveram eficácia significativa na melhora da força de glúteo máximo direito e esquerdo (p < 0,01 e p = 0,04, respectivamente). Numa análise intra grupo, o GC apresentou uma melhora significativa da amplitude de tronco (Cs= 0,91 - p < 0,01) quando comparado ao GP após a intervenção. Com relação a dor lombar, ambos protocolos apresentaram melhora clínica. Verifica-se que o método Pilates de exercícios mostrou-se superiormente eficaz na melhora da força glútea quando comparado aos exercícios convencionais. Conclusão: O método Pilates apresenta aspectos incentivadores quando comparado aos programas de exercícios convencionais, além de peculiaridades, como número reduzido de repetições, trabalho do corpo como um todo e princípios que devem ser aplicados durante a execução do método, os quais determinam disciplina e consciência corporal. Tal fato pode proporcionar uma maior adesão nas atividades físicas ministradas para os trabalhadores de enfermagem em expedientes de trabalho. Researchers from many countries have pointed nursing professionals as a risk group to osteomuscular disorders, with emphasis to lombalgy as one of the factors associated to impairment in the execution of laboral activities. Among the physical exercises indicated in these cases those based on the Pilates method stand out for the capability of activating neuromuscular control mechanisms, effectiveness to relieve pain and improvement of functioning of individuals with non-specific chronic low back pain. The hypothesis tested in the present study is that physical exercises based on the Pilates method are more effectivein the treatment of low back pain when compared to conventional stretching and strengthening exercises. The objetive of the present study was to compare the effectiveness of a physical exercises protocol based on the Pilates method, considering the variables low back pain, cervical spine, trunk and hips flexibility and gluteous strength, to another with conventional stretching and strengthening exercises in a group of nursing professionals with chronic idiopathic low back pain. It is a controlled non-randomized study with quantitative data analysis in which 19 nursing professionals participated (nurses, technicians and auxiliary nurses) from a university hospital in São Paulo state, Brazil. Data collection was conducted between September 2009 and June 2010 through application of three instruments (pre-assessment, personal data form and Oswestry questionnaire) and two physical tests (fleximetry and dynamometry). Participants were divided in two groups: a control group (CG), which was submitted to a conventional stretching and strengthening physical exercises protocol, and the Pilates Group (PG), submitted to the physical exercises protocol based on the Pilates method. Data was analyses through softwares Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS), version 15.0 for Windows and statistical Analysis System (SAS), version 9. Physical exercises based on the Pilates Method obtained significant efficacy in the improvement of strength of right and left gluteous maximus (p < 0,01 e p = 0,04, respectively). In an intragroup analysis, CG present a significant improvement of trunk amplitude (Cs= 0,91 - p < 0,01), when compared to PG after intervention. Concerning low back pain, both protocols presented clinical improvement. The Pilates method shows superior efficacy in the improvement of gluteous strength when compared to conventional exercises. Conclusion: The Pilates Method presents motivating aspects when compared to conventional exercises, besides particularities, such as number of repetitions, work the body as a whole and principles which sholud be applied during the execution of the method, which determine corporal discipline and consciousness. This could provide a greater adhesion to physical activities offered to nursing professionals during work time.

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倫藻妮. "普拉提斯與瑜珈練習對健康女性身體機能及心境的影響". Thesis, University of Macau, 2012. http://umaclib3.umac.mo/record=b2586599.

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Ballard, Beth, Tina Carey, Gillian Clayton, et al. "Effects of Pilates Exercises in Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review." 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/2429/135.

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Sou, Sandy Veng-In, and 蘇詠妍. "The Effects of Individualized Pilates Exercises on People with Thoracic Kyphosis Posture." Thesis, 2011. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/34983026273579348032.

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碩士 國立陽明大學 物理治療暨輔助科技學系 99 Background: Posture plays an important role for the whole spinal alignment and load-transferring. In our daily living, habitual poor posture has always been found, and commonly, with insufficient concern. One of the most common poor postures is the thoracic kyphosis posture. For managing faculty posture, exercises have been recommended as a major intervention. In the recent years, Pilates has become more popular, however, its effects on improving posture have not been rigorously investigated. Purpose: To investigate the effects of a 4-6 week (12 sessions) Pilates apparatus or Pilates mat exercise program on improving thoracic kyphosis posture, thoracic mobility, forward head posture, trunk forward bending flexibility, trunk flexor and extensor endurance, and quality of movement. Study design: A prospective, single-blind, randomized controlled trial with 2-month longitudinal follow-up study. Methods: Forty-five participants with thoracic kyphosis posture were recruited in this study. They were randomized into 3 groups: (1) the control group (CG), (2) the Pilates-apparatus group (PAG), and (3) the Pilates-mat group (PMG). Subjects of the PAG and PMG received 12 sessions within 4 to 6 weeks of Pilates exercise intervention according to group assignment. The evaluation and outcome measurements were performed at the beginning of the intervention, upon the completion of the intervention, and at 2-month follow-up. Outcome measures: Objective outcomes included the thoracic kyphosis angle, thoracic mobility (the global and regional range of motion of the thoracic flexion and extension), forward head angles (FHA), trunk flexor and extensor endurance, trunk forward bending flexibility, quality of movement, and the perceived posture improvement. Statistical analysis: Two-way repeated measures ANOVAs with pairwise comparison tests were used to examine the group by time interaction (α = 0.01) as well as the between-group and within-group differences (α = 0.05). Results: The baseline data of all outcome measures among three groups demonstrated no statistical significant differences. Significantly more decreases of the thoracic kyphosis angle and the FHA were found in the PAG and PMG as compared to the controls upon the completion of training and at 2-month follow-up in both standing and sitting positions. Significant improvements of thoracic kyphosis angle and the FHA were demonstrated in both the PAG and PMG but not the CG upon completion of the training and at 2-month follow-up. For the ranges of thoracic flexion, only the PAG but not the PMG or CG showed significant increases in mobility upon the completion of training and at 2-month follow-up as compared to the baseline. However, there were no significant differences among groups at three different time points. For the ranges of thoracic extension and the lower thoracic flexion, significantly more ranges were found in the PAG and PMG as compared to the CG upon the completion of training and at 2-month follow-up. Results of the within-group comparisons confirmed that statistically significant improvements were found upon the completion of training and at 2-month follow-up in the PAG and PMG but not the CG. Upon the completion of training, only the PAG demonstrated significantly more upper thoracic extension as compared to the CG and the PMG, however, there were no significant within-group differences for each group at this time point as compared to the baseline. At 2-month follow-up, PAG and PMG showed significantly more upper thoracic extension as compared to the CG (no difference was found between the PAG and the PMG). Significant improvements of the upper thoracic extension were found only in the PAG and PMG at 2-month follow-up as compared to baseline, but no differences were found between 2-month follow-up & completion of training. Significantly better endurance and perceived posture improvement, quality of movement were found in the PAG and PMG as compared to the CG, but no differences were found between the PAG & PMG) upon the completion of training and at 2-month follow-up. Both the PAG and PMG demonstrated significant improvement of trunk endurance and perceived posture improvement, and movement quality upon the completion of training and at 2-month follow-up as compared to baseline. However, for most outcomes, there were no differences between 2-month follow-up and completion of training. Treatment effects were not shown in trunk forward bending flexibility since there were no statistically significant between-group and within-group differences at all. Conclusion: This is the first study to investigate the effectiveness of the Pilates apparatus and Pilates mat exercises on people with the thoracic kyphosis posture. Most of the outcome variables demonstrated positive improvement after either the Pilates apparatus or mat exercise training, and most effects could be maintained until 2-month follow-up. Twelve sessions of 4 to 6 week individualized Pilates apparatus and Pilates mat exercise trainings were effective on improving the thoracic kyphosis posture, thoracic mobility, trunk muscle endurance, and quality of movement. Clinical Relevance: Pilates exercises enriched the variations of the physical therapists’ treatment skills. Through the practice of the Pilates apparatus/mat exercise, people could decrease their excessive thoracic kyphosis posture as well as improve their movement quantity and quality

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"Pilates and String Musicians: An Exploration of the Issues Addressed by the Pilates Method, an Illustrated Guide to Adapted Exercises, and a Pilates Course for University String Players." Doctoral diss., 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.I.43972.

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abstract: String players have been identified as the most affected group of instrumentalists suffering from musculoskeletal disorders, and most of the problems are related to posture. The high prevalence of injuries among string players suggests that there is room in the music curriculum for a program tailored to this population and that can provide both immediate and long-term solutions. Pilates is a mind-body conditioning method of exercises and a philosophy that shares many similarities with string playing technique and performance, which suggests that its practice can be beneficial to improve not only the posture of string players but also various other areas. Studies about Pilates as a treatment show the varied areas in which Pilates can help, which are all of interest to instrumentalists. However, the application of Pilates into the music curriculum as a way to help string players improve awareness and reduce injuries has not yet been fully explored. This document addresses the similarities between Pilates and string playing, identifies postural tendencies of string players, and demonstrates how specific Pilates exercises can help counteract asymmetries, restore balance, and reduce the number of musculoskeletal injuries of string players. All anatomical drawings included in this document were adapted from other sources, as cited, or originally drawn by the author. Dissertation/Thesis Doctoral Dissertation Music 2017

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Choong, Li-Sann, and 鍾麗珊. "Effectiveness of Individualized Pilates-evolved Motor Control Exercises on Subjects with Spinal Discomforts." Thesis, 2009. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/837n69.

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碩士 國立陽明大學 物理治療暨輔助科技學系 97 Background: Neck pain (NP) and low back pain (LBP) are the most common spinal disorders which could result in huge personal & societal costs, and are major causes of work disability. About 10-40% of patients with spinal pain may become chronic. The majority of people with chronic LBP & NP are classified as “non-specific”, and this population is often considered normal but at a high risk of recurrences. Spinal stabilization exercises (including Pilates-evolved exercises) for the management of LBP and NP are gaining popularity in recent years. These exercises aim to correct the imbalances between the deep stabilizing muscles and their superficial mobilizing counterparts. Through task-specific training and full body movement integration of individualized Pilates-evolved exercises on apparatus and mat, patient-specific goals may be achieved and recurrences of spinal discomforts may be prevented. However, there are still insufficient evidences reported. Purpose: (1) To determine the effectiveness of Pilates-evolved exercises on improving the trunk endurance, forward head posture, trunk flexibility, quality of movement, patient-specific functional status, disability level, pain and global perceived outcome for adults with spinal discomforts; (2) To determine the 2-month retention of treatment effect; (3) To investigate the additional effect of tactile guidance. Study design: A randomized controlled trial design and a 2-month longitudinal follow-up study. Methods: Forty-five subjects with neck or low back discomforts were randomized into 3 groups: (1) the control group (CG) (n=15), (2) the Pilates group with tactile plus verbal guidance, also named as tactile-enhanced group (TVPG) (n=15), and (3) the Pilates group with verbal guidance, also named as verbal-guided group (VPG) (n=15). Subjects of the two Pilates groups (TVPG and VPG) received 4 to 6 weeks (12 sessions) of an individualized Pilates-evolved motor control exercise training, which targeted to train the balance and coordination between the local deep and global superficial stabilizer systems for the spine. Subjects of the CG received no treatment. The initial evaluation and outcome assessment were scheduled at the beginning of the study as well as upon completion of the intervention and 2 months following intervention. Outcome measures: Objective outcome included trunk flexor and extensor endurance, forward head angle, and standing forward bend flexibility, Movement Dysfunction Test. Subjective outcome included patient-specific functional scale, disability index, pain scale, and global perceived improvement scale. Statistics analysis: Two-way repeated measures ANOVAs or ANCOVAs (using the baseline score as the covariate) were used to examine the group by time interaction. Post host tests were used for the between-group & within-group comparisons if a significant interaction was found (α<0.05). Results: Both Pilates groups showed significant improvements in trunk flexor and extensor endurance, flexibility, quality of movement, Patient-Specific Functional Scale (PSFS), disability, pain and global perceived outcome from the baseline to 6 weeks after treatment, but no significant improvement was found in the change of the forward head angle. Upon completion of treatment, no statistical differences were found in all outcome measures between the tactile-enhanced group and the verbal-guided group. In follow-up analysis, both Pilates groups were able to maintain the significant improvement in trunk flexor and extensor endurance, flexibility, quality of movement, PSFS, disability, pain and global perceived outcome throughout the 2-month follow-up period. The CG showed no significant improvement in all outcome measures throughout the 3-month study period. The TVPG showed significantly better improvement in quality of movement as compared to the VPG and CG. No significant difference was found in forward head angle among three groups throughout the study period. Conclusions: This is a pioneer study using a Movement Dysfunction Test to assess the effect of an individualized Pilates-evolved exercise program on the Pilates Reformer & Trapeze equipment to enhance motor control for people with activity-related back and neck pain. Patient-specific functional goals can be successfully achieved under an effective task-specific individualized Pilates program. Twelve sessions of individualized Pilates exercises demonstrated significant benefit in reducing pain and disability, improving function, physical fitness and quality of movement, and the effect could be maintained for at least 2 months after intervention. Additional tactile guidance can lead to longer effect on better quality of movement. Clinical relevance: An individualized Pilates apparatus training program delivered by an experienced physical therapist with Pilates training background can be an effective exercise therapy approach for people with low back pain and neck pain.

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Chuang, Li-Yen, and 莊麗燕. "The Effects of Combined Pilates -Yoga Core Exercises on Rural Women with Low Back Pain." Thesis, 2015. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/16241704311850709421.

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碩士 國立臺灣體育運動大學 運動健康科學系碩士班 104 Since long-term adverse posture, occupational injuries, sports injuries, lack of exercise and other factors, lead to the core muscles function thus gradually decvease. Weakened core muscles the of spine, pelvis result in a lose of stability which causes abnormal posture, pelvic tilt, back pain and other symptoms, thereby affecting the ability of the body to adapt to the basic activities of life.Purpose: By reviewing literatures, we have developed a “Li-Yen Preventive Training Program” as an intervention, to alleviate low back pain on rural women. The effwcts of combined pilates –yoga core exercise on rural women with low back pain were examined. Method: After taking the Li-Yen Preventive Training Program for 12 weeks, the Roland-Morris Low Back Pain Disability Questionnaire (RMDQ), Oswestry Low Back Pain Disability Questionnaire (OSWDQ) and Backache Index were filled by participants to measure the improvement of the symptoms of low back pain. A Three Dimensional Accelerometers was used to test the reacting speed of physical movement and indentify the participants’ muscle strength of low back. Results: A Paired sample t-test was used to analyze the data of these questionnaires. The data of (RMDQ) showed that the improvement of daily disability was significant. The data of (OSWDQ) showed that the improvement of daily life limits was significant. The data of Backache Index showed that the pain alleviation of activity range weas also found significant improvement.Only the data of Three Dimensional Accelerometers of forward bending motion showed no obvious difference. However, the potential influences were observed based on the graphics of the accelerometers. Conclusion: The subjective feeling of pain alleviation of rural women was effective after taking the Li-Yen Preventive Training Program. But the reacting speed of the physical movement tested by three dimensional accelerometers shown by graphics showed no significant difference. The suggestion for further research was required to evaluate three dimensional accelerometers objectively. Keywords: Core Muscles, Low Back Pain, Yoga, Pilates

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Keays, Kimberley Susan. "Effects of Pilates exercises on shoulder range of motion, pain, mood and upper extremity function in women living with breast cancer : a pilot study." Thesis, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/2429/18059.

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Background and Purpose: Our purpose was to examine the effects of Pilates exercises on shoulder range of motion (ROM), pain, mood, and upper extremity (UE) function in women who had been treated for breast cancer. Participants: Participants were four women who had undergone axillary dissection and radiation therapy for Stage I-III breast cancer. Methods: A non-concurrent, multiple baseline, single subject research design was used to examine the effects of Pilates exercises on the four outcomes. Results: Visual analyses of the data suggest a moderate functional relationship between the implementation of the Pilates program and improved shoulder abduction and external rotation ROM. Statistically significant improvement in shoulder internal and external rotation on the affected UE was shown for the participant with metastatic disease. The improving baselines seen for pain, mood and UE function data make it impossible to assess Pilates’ effects. No adverse events were experienced. Discussion and Conclusion: Pilates may be an effective, enjoyable and safe exercise option for women recovering from breast cancer treatments; however further research is needed. Medicine, Faculty of Graduate

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Smit, Carine Bernice. "The relative effectiveness of using Pilates exercises to obtain scapula stabilisation as an adjunct to cervical manipulation in the treatment of chronic mechanical neck pain." Thesis, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/462.

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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Masters Degree in Technology: Chiropractic at the Durban University of Technology, 2009. It has been noted that in many recent research studies mechanical neck pain is a serious problem in the world today. There are epidemiological and statistical studies documenting the high incidence and prevalence of mechanical neck pain, which effects people’s daily living (Drew, 1995; Ferrari and Russell, 2003; Cote et al., 2000, Venketsamy, 2007 and Haldeman et al., 2008). Background: Treatments for chronic neck pain, which are non-surgical, appear to be the most beneficial for patients (Haldeman, 2008). In brief, the presentation of chronic mechanical neck pain is defined as localised, asymmetrical neck pain with restricted range of motion and dysfunctional musculature (Grieve, 1988). The muscular dysfunction known as the upper cross syndrome is defined as tightness of the upper trapezius, pectoralis major and levator scapulae and weakness of rhomboids, serratus anterior, middle and lower trapezius and deep neck flexors. These muscles are responsible for stabilizing the scapula and the patient may present with rounded, elevated shoulders and anterior head carriage when diagnosed with this syndrome (Liebenson, 1996). Clinical trials conducted by Cassidy et al., (1992 a, b) concluded that spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) was highly effective in treating mechanical dysfunctions within the cervical spine. However, due to multi systemic involvement of the muscular, neural and passive systems in mechanical neck pain, the treatment may need to target all three of the subsystems of spinal stability to be most effective (Panjabi, 1992 a, b; Lee et al., 1998; Lee 2004 and Richardson et al., 2002). No research has been conducted on the effects and benefits of treatment directed on the cervical spine and upper cross syndromes. This research will compare scapula stabilization training and SMT to SMT in isolation, as a treatment for chronic mechanical neck pain. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine the effect that scapula stabilization had on chronic mechanical neck pain. Pilates exercises were used to strengthen and stabilize the scapula muscles (this included stretching out the hypertonic musculature of the upper cross syndrome). The aim was to improve posture as well as to decrease the mechanical stress on the neck. SMT was also concomitantly used to correct any cervical restrictions that were present. These results were then compared to the results of a group that only received spinal manipulative therapy. The null hypothesis was that the intervention group would not respond differently to the treatment protocol in terms of the subjective and objectives measurements. iv Method: This clinical trial was conducted on a sample population of 30 patients with chronic mechanical neck pain. Each patient was assigned to one of two groups (n=15) according to convenience sampling. Both groups received SMT to the cervical spine, while group B (intervention group) also received pilates classes twice weekly for four weeks, which retrained the scapula stabilization muscles to function optimally. The patients each underwent six spinal manipulative treatments over four weeks and a seventh consultation in the fifth week for data collection. Both groups were evaluated in terms of subjective and objective clinical findings. Subjectively the assessment included 2 questionnaires (Numerical Pain Rating Scale and Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College [CMCC] neck disability index). Objective assessment included cervical motion palpation, Cervical Range Of Motion goniometer (CROM) measurements, scapula stabilization tests and a postural analysis with the use of digital photography. The statistics were completed under the guidance of a biostatistician, from the College of Health Science, University of KwaZulu – Natal, (Esterhuizen, 2008) who analyzed the captured data with the use of SPSS version 15. All outcome measures were quantitative. Repeated measures ANOVA testing was used to assess the presence of a different effect for each outcome measure over time between the two treatment groups. A statistically significant time by group effect would indicate a significant treatment effect. The minimum significance level was 0.05. The trends and direction of the effect were assessed via profile plots. Result: According to the statistical analysis, both groups showed improvements - subjectively and objectively - with regards to chronic mechanical neck pain, which is in keeping with the literature. In terms of the inter-group comparison the SMT group (Group A) showed a more constant improvement in range of motion, pain and disability indexes with the SMT only group while the SMT and pilates group (Group B) showed a greater effect in stabilizing the scapula and increasing the functionality of the surrounding musculature. Conclusions and Recommendations: The intervention treatment (Group B) did not have a greater effect on the short-term treatment of chronic mechanical neck pain than the reference group (Group A). It was also evident that the intervention group (Group B) often continued to improve when the SMT (Group A) only group often regressed at the follow up sessions. This improvement was either not significant enough or v the follow up session did not allow for enough time for a true reflection to be noted. It is recommended that more research be carried out to gain conclusive results indicating whether there is a more beneficial long term result to this treatment protocol.

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Аристова, А. В., та A. V. Aristova. "Использование упражнений системы Пилатес как мотивирующего фактора к занятиям физической культурой студентов специальной медицинской группы вуза : магистерская диссертация". Master's thesis, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10995/36412.

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Questions of preservation and promotion of health of students are highly relevant at the present time. Therefore now updating of forms and methods of physical education students is especially important. Also there is a need in the formation of students' priorities, a healthy lifestyle, an increase in the mode of motor activity and development programs, which will satisfy the needs of students, increase motivation and interest in physical culture. To improve the process of physical education at university should be used modern and the most popular types of motor activity in the health and fitness classes, which based on various fitness programs and adapted for students of special medical group. One of the varieties physical activity is pilates. It is popular now. People of different age and sex as well as with different levels of physical training can engage pilates. Вопросы сохранения и укрепления здоровья студентов являются весьма актуальными в настоящее время. В связи с этим сейчас особенно важно обновление форм и методов работы по физическому воспитанию студентов. Также назрела необходимость в формировании у студентов приоритетов здорового образа жизни, увеличения режима двигательной активности и разработка программ, которые удовлетворяют потребности студентов, повысят мотивацию и интерес к занятиям физической культурой. С целью совершенствования процесса физического воспитания в вузе необходимо использовать на физкультурно-оздоровительных занятиях современные, наиболее популярные виды двигательной деятельности, которые основаны на различных фитнес - программах и адаптированы для студентов отнесённых к специальной медицинской группе. Одной из разновидностей фитнес-тренировки является пилатес, он достаточно популярен в настоящее время. Пилатесом могут заниматься люди разного возраста и пола, а также с разным уровнем физической подготовки.

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Wen, Ming-Tang, and 温明堂. "The Self-Efficacy and Body Awareness of Pilates Exercisers." Thesis, 2015. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/76658250576287263316.

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碩士 國立臺北護理健康大學 運動保健研究所 103 Purpose: Based on the self-efficacy theory (Bandura, 1977) and body awareness of somatic (Hanna, 1988), the current study was produced to investigate the effects of the pain-relieve improving rate and exercising rate on Pilates exercisers’ self-efficacy and body awareness. Methods: Two hundred and fifty-seven participants were recruited from exercise centers, Pilates studios and rehabilitation clinics in Taipei city and New Taipei city. The independent variables included the pain-relieve improving rate and exercising rate, which the former has the “improved” and “no change” levels and the later has the “highest”, “sub-high”, “sub-low”, and “lowest” levels. The dependent variables included the questionnaire scores of self-efficacy, which based on four factors of self-efficacy (performance accomplishment, vicarious experience, persuasion, and emotional arousal) and body awareness, which based on six principles of Pilates (concentration, control, core, flow, precision, and breathing). Both questionnaires were successfully tested via the exploratory factor analysis and Cronbach’s α for validity and reliability, respectively. The independent samples t-test was applied to analyze the effect of pain-relieve improving rate and the one-way analysis of variance to the effect of exercising rate. Results: The results of this study were: (1) that Pilates exercisers with higher pain-relieve improving rate, their scores of self-efficacy and body awareness were significantly higher, (2) that Pilates exercisers with higher exercising rate, their scores of self-efficacy and body awareness were also significantly higher, and (3) that the pain-relieve improving rate had the higher predicition on both self-efficacy and body awareness. Conclusion: The Pilates exercisers may have better self-efficacy and body awareness due to the improvement of pain-relieve and more involvement in sports.

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Curnow, DL. "Altered motor control, posture and the Pilates method of exercise prescription." Thesis, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/10453/20332.

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University of Technology, Sydney. Faculty of Science. Summary: The objectives of this study were to compare the effects of three different Pilates regimes on chronic, mild low back pain symptoms and to determine whether the efficiency of load transfer through the pelvis is improved by those exercises. A between subjects equivalent group experimental design was used. The independent variable was the type of exercise training (three groups) and the two dependent variables were low back pain symptoms and load transfer through the pelvis. The outcome measures of the first dependent variable were a comparison between modified Oswestry Disability Questionnaires (one of the standard pain instruments) completed pre and post program and frequency, intensity and duration of low back pain. The outcome measure of the second dependent variable, efficiency of load transfer through the pelvis was the Stork test (One Legged Standing test) in weight bearing. Although all groups experienced statistically significant reductions in frequency, intensity and duration of low back pain across the weeks of exercising, there were no significant differences between the groups relative to each other.

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Матвієнко, Олександра Анатоліївна. "Сучасні методи фізичної терапії жінок другого зрілого віку з остеохондрозом хребта поперекової локалізації". Магістерська робота, 2020. https://dspace.znu.edu.ua/jspui/handle/12345/4256.

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Матвієнко О. А. Сучасні методи фізичної терапії жінок другого зрілого віку з остеохондрозом хребта поперекової локалізації : кваліфікаційна робота магістра спеціальності 227 «Фізична терапія, ерготерапія» / наук. керівник І. В. Кальонова. Запоріжжя : ЗНУ, 2020. 61 с. UA : Кваліфікаційна робота – 61 сторінок, 4 таблиці, 14 рисунків, 63 літературних джерела. Об’єкт дослідження – показники функціонального стану кістково-м’язової системи хребта та їх динаміка під впливом комплексної фізичної терапії. Мета дослідження ‒ дослідити ефективність комплексної програми фізичної терапії із застосуванням гімнастики системи Пілатеса для жінок другого зрілого віку з остеохондрозом хребта поперекової локалізації. Методи дослідження – аналіз та узагальнення науково-методичної фахової літератури, педагогічне спостереження, метод суб’єктивної оцінки больового синдрому, методи оцінки амплітуди рухів хребта, методи оцінки стану м’язової системи, методи математичної статистики. Показано, що остеохондроз хребта часто є причиною тривалої втрати працездатності, а пов’язані з ним неврологічні прояви можуть стати причиною інвалідизації. Для жінок з остеохондрозом хребта поперекової локалізації у відновлювальному періоді характерним є наявність больового синдрому, зменшення амплітуди рухів у хребті, зниження силової витривалості м’язів попереку та черевного пресу. Проведення комплексної програми фізичної терапії із застосуванням терапевтичних вправ системи Пілатеса, ролерів «Фоам Роллер» для міофасціального релізу та поверхневої багатоголкової терапії аплікаторми «Ляпко» в жінок з остеохондрозом хребта поперекової локалізації у відновлювальному періоді сприяє суттєвому зниженню больового синдрому, збільшенню амплітуди рухів в хребті, зміцненню м’язів тулуба. EN : Qualification work – 61 pages, 4 tables, 14 pictures, 63 literary sources. The object of study – indicators of the functional state of the musculoskeletal system of the spine and their dynamics under the influence of complex physical therapy. The purpose of the study – is to investigate the effectiveness of a comprehensive program of physical therapy using gymnastics of the Pilates system for women of the second adult age with osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine. Research methods – analysis and generalization of scientific and methodological professional literature, pedagogical observation, method of subjective assessment of pain, methods of assessing the amplitude of spinal movements, methods of assessing the state of the muscular system, methods of mathematical statistics. It has been shown that osteochondrosis of the spine is often the cause of long-term disability, and the associated neurological manifestations can cause disability. Osteochondrosis of the spine is an important medical, social and economic problem of society. Women with osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine in the recovery period are characterized by the presence of pain, decreased range of motion in the spine, decreased strength endurance of the lumbar muscles and abdominal press. Realization of the complex program of physical therapy with application of therapeutic exercises of system Pilates, rollers "Foam Roller" for a myofascial release and superficial multineedle therapy of an applicator "Lyapko" at women with an osteochondrosis of a backbone of lumbar localization in the recovery period promotes essential increase, strengthening the muscles of the torso.

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Chung, Yu-Chen, and 鍾妤榛. "The effect of Pilates training on exercise performance for university cheerleaders." Thesis, 2016. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/bp3zmq.

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碩士 高雄醫學大學 運動醫學系碩士班 104 Background: More and more dancers of cheerleading in Taiwan got pretty good grades on the international competitions. These cheerleading dancers, not only had complete training since they were young is necessary, but also, using the scientific exercising test is helpful to increase the grades of the competition. Core muscle and stable ability play an important role in performing an act and exercising performance. Pilates is one way to train the core muscle. However, most of researches in Pilates studied how Pilates improves back pain problem or increase the muscular endurance’s performance on four limbs. To our best knowledge, there is no related research investigates regarding the efficacy on performing an act and the exercising performance by using Pilates on cheerleading dancers Purpose: We aimed to investigate the cheerleading dancers’ quality of perform an act, muscular endurance’s performance, explosive force, and ability of balance influence by the eight-week Pilates training. Method: The participants in this study included thirty college cheerleading dancers from two different colleges. We randomly allocated one school’s cheerleading dancers (15 participants) to be the training group, and another school’s cheerleading dancers (15 participants) to be the control group. Before the experiment, participants provided voluntary written informed consent to participate in the experiment. The training group’s participants had not only their regular practicing, but also additionally included the Pilates training class from a licensed Pilates instructor, three times a week and fifty minutes a time for eight weeks; the control group’s participants only maintain their regular practicing. We further assessed the health interview, weight and body fat test, and functional movement screen (including deep squat, hurdle step, active straight leg raise, in-line lunge, active straight leg raise movement pattern, trunk stability push up, rotary stability, vertical jump, Y balance test, isometric endurance of trunk muscles, plank, and side plank) on both pre-test and post-test. Result: In the pre-test, there was no significant different baseline data between dancers in training group (height 158.2 ± 12.0 cm; weight 52.39 ± 4.6 kg; BMI 20.19 ± 1.45; dancing years 10.4 ± 1.35) and control group (height 159.5 ± 4.5 cm; weight 54.71 ± 4.1 kg; BMI 21.46 ± 1.99; dancing years 10.33 ± 1.23). The post-test of the training group in the FMS had a significant improvement. However, the control group did rarely improvement. The training group in hurdle step (pre-test: 2 ± 0.53 versus post-test: 2.73 ± 0.46, p < .001), trunk stability push up (pre-test: 1.73 ± 0.46 versus post-test: 2.2 ± 0.41, p = .004) rotary stability (pre-test: 2 versus post-test: 2.67 ± 0.49, p < .001), totally scores (pre-test: 16.4 ± 1.24 versus post-test: 19, p < .001) were all achieving the significant differences. Furthermore, the asymmetrical ratio on hurdle step and in-line lunge was improved by 67% and 100%, respectively. However, no one has improvement in the control group. Besides, the average of vertical jump in the training group was 39 ± 6.1 cm. It is clearly better than the scores on the pre-test, which is 32.6 ± 4.43 cm, and the p indicated < .001. Moreover, the training group’s effect size reached the moderate efficacy (0.52), but the control group only has the modest difference (0.01). In the Y balance test, the training group had a slight improvement, but did not show the significant difference (pre-test is 78.23 ± 7.05 cm, post-test is 82.83 ± 6.5 cm). Conclusion: Pilates improves significantly the functional movement screen scores and the bilateral asymmetrical problem after eight weeks Pilates training. Moreover, Pilates is also helpful to increase the vertical jump, and the isometric endurance of abdominal and trunk muscles.

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KUNG, SHIANG-HUA, and 孔祥華. "The Effects of Pilates Exercise on the Performance of Basketball Skill." Thesis, 2016. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/59210973525025652367.

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碩士 國立臺灣體育運動大學 體育研究所 105 The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of Pilates exercise on the performance of basketball skill. Twenty-three male basketball players from high school team were recruited in this study. The subjects were randomly divided into two groups, Pilates training group and control group. The control group only underwent the basketball skill training. The Pilates training group underwent a Pilates exercises twice a week for 12 weeks and basketball skill training. The basketball skills and fitness assessments were performed in pre- and post- intervention. The mixed-design two way ANOVA were used to examine the difference group and assessments. The results showed that Pilates exercises had a significant effects on the subjects’ flexibility and the performance of shooting. However, there was so significant difference between groups. Based on the results obtained from this study, we conclude that Pilates exercises is recommended for improving flexibility and shooting skills of basketball.

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CHOU, LIN-LIN, and 周琳琳. "EFFECT OF PILATES EXERCISE ON DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS IN FRAIL SENIOR ADULTS." Thesis, 2019. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/u68t3b.

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碩士 國立臺灣體育運動大學 運動健康科學系碩士班 107 Study Purpose: This research was aimed to explore the influence on applying a pilates exercise to depressed frail elderly. Through the intervention of applying the pilates exercise among frail elderly who were divided into control and study groups to compare the difference of depression level. Study Method: This research adopted a quasi-experimental design and conducted under standard experimental method. Sixty-two subjects were screened by Chinese-Canadian study of health and aging clinical frailty scale （CSHA-CFS-TV）. The participants in study group received ten-week pilates exercise intervention which held twice a week, sixty minutes per session. Exercise intensity was between 3-6 of Borg Category Rating 10 Scale. The Geriatric Depression Scale—short form （GDS-SF） was used for the measurement and assessment. The statistics applied for data analysis were descriptive analysis and independent t-test. All the data was processed with statistics analysis software SPSS 18.0 version. Study Results: The intervention of applying the pilates exercise to depressed frail elderly has positive effect on depression and mental health improvement. Study Conclusion: Under the essential and structural design of the pilates exercise and through upper, lower, and trunk exercises, the pilates exercise has not only induced the flexibility and balance of the elder participants but also enabled to stress release and reached for relaxation. Study results suggest that the pilates exercise intervention has positive impact on the reduction of depression of frail elderly.

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MacIntyre, Leanne. "The effect of Pilates on patients’ chronic low back pain. A pilot study." Thesis, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/10539/1622.

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Faculty of Health Sciences School of Therapectic Sciences 0213128j 0117899331 The Pilates exercise method applies many of the principles of lumbar stabilisation that have been found to be effective in the treatment of chronic low back pain. Pilates has recently found its way into the physiotherapy setting, where it is being integrated into the rehabilitation of patients with low back pain. This study consisted of a randomised control trial using an intervention group that underwent a twelve-week Pilates programme, and control group that continued with standardised physiotherapy treatment as necessary. Baseline, three-week, and twelve-week scores for a Visual Analogue Scale for pain and the Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire were recorded and compared. The Pilates group showed significantly greater improvements in pain and functional disability mean scores when compared to the control group (p=0.059 and p=0.026 respectively). It therefore appears that Pilates can be recommended as an effective treatment modality for the reduction of pain and the improvement of functional disability for chronic low back pain sufferers.

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Tsai, Yawen, and 蔡雅雯. "Effects of twelve-week Pilates exercise on physical fitness in community-dwelling adults." Thesis, 2011. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/92512156268755377432.

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碩士 國立臺北護理健康大學 運動保健研究所 99 This study examines effects of Pilates exercise on physical fitness in community-dwelling adults. The Polestar Pilates method was selected for this study. 125 volunteers who did not have any Pilates experience were recruited in this study. Then they were divided into experimental group (n=72) and control group (n=53) depending on their own wills. Experimental group subjects join a 12-week mat Pilates exercise training program, which met for 1 hour per class and 2 days per week. Both groups completed the pre-test and post-test of health-related physical fitness including body composition, muscle endurance, flexibility and cardio-respiratory endurance. Data analyses are using descriptive analyses, Chi-square test, t-test, paired t-test, analysis of covariance (ANCOVA), and Johnson-Neyman technique. At the end of the 12-week period, experimental group showed a significant improvement of abdominal muscle endurance, sit-and-reach flexibility and 3-minutes step test index (p＜.01), but not in control group. Compared the post-test data between two groups, there were significant difference in muscle endurance, flexibility and cardio-respiratory endurance (p＜.05). Compared the difference of pre- and post-test between two groups, that showed significantly different in all items excepted muscle mass (p＜.05). A one-way ANCOVA showed significant differences between two groups in body weight, percentage of body fat, flexibility and cardio-respiratory endurance (p＜.05). In conclusion, the 12-week mat Pilates exercise training program could significantly improve the muscle endurance, flexibility and cardio-respiratory endurance in community-dwelling adults. This study suggests Pilates exercise may serve as one part of the community healthy promotion program.

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Bird, ML. "The effect of exercise and physical activity on physical fall risks." Thesis, 2012. https://eprints.utas.edu.au/14968/9/Bird_whole_thesis_ex_pub_mat.pdf.

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For older adults, accidental falling produces significant morbidity and mortality,being responsible for personal costs as well as cost to the community at large. The propensity to fall is dependent on a combination of factors that include intrinsic characteristics of each individual as well as environmental influences. Many intrinsic physical fall risk factors are modulated by changes in physical activity levels or exercise interventions. These physical performance fall risk factors include muscle strength, flexibility and balance. The studies that comprise this thesis examine several interventions designed to impact physical fall risk factors, as well as measuring natural seasonal changes in strength, balance and activity in communitydwelling older adults. The first study (Study I) investigated the benefits on balance of participating in a 16-week community-based resistance and flexibility program in an observer-blinded randomised crossover trial. Static and dynamic balance and lower limb strength were measured. Significant improvements in sway velocity, as well as Timed Up and Go, Ten Times Sit-to Stand and Step Test were observed with both interventions (all P<0.019), with no significant differences between the two groups. Resistance training also resulted in significant increases in strength (P<0.001), that were not evident in the flexibility intervention. A subsequent study (Study II) examined the longer term effects of this multicomponent exercise program (Study I) on balance, mobility and exercise behavior 12 months after completion. Differences between those participants who continued to exercise and those who discontinued were investigated. Significant improvements from baseline in Ten Times Sit-to-Stand (P<0.001), Timed Up and Go (P=0.001), and sway velocity (P<0.001) remained at follow up in the exercise intervention group, with a control group remaining unchanged. Participants from the intervention who continued exercising had significantly greater improvements in strength immediately after the intervention, compared to those who discontinued (P=0.004). Benefits to balance and mobility persisted one year after participation in the multicomponent exercise program, due in part to some continuing participation in resistance training. The third study (Study III) evaluated the effects of a Pilates intervention on balance and function in 32 participants in a randomised crossover study design lasting 16 weeks. Static and dynamic balance measures (medio-lateral sway range, Four Square Step Test, Timed Up and Go) and leg strength were recorded. There were no significant differences between Pilates and control groups for any of the measured variables (P>0.05), despite static and dynamic balance significantly improving over the duration of the study and from pre- to post-Pilates (P<0.05), and no significant changes occurring during the control phase. The absence of differences between conditions may be a result of our small sample size or the crossover study design, indicating that Pilates may produce neuromuscular adaptations of unknown duration. Studies IV and V investigated seasonal variation in lower limb strength and balance respectively in a longitudinal repeated-measures study design concurrently with serum vitamin D and physical activity. Fall incidence, cause and any adverse outcomes were recorded using a monthly prospective fall calendar. Mixed-methods Poisson regression was used to determine associations between the data. Eighty eight community-dwelling older adults were evaluated five times over a one-year period. Significant variation in vitamin D (±15%), physical activity (±13%), ankle dorsiflexion strength (±8%) and hours spent outside (±20%) (all P<0.001) was demonstrated over the year, with maximum levels of each measure occurring in January (mid-summer). Quadriceps strength did not change over time (±2%; P=0.53). Incidence of falls (P=0.01) and injurious falls (P=0.02) were lower in spring than in any other season. Postural sway did not vary over the year. Small but statistically significant (P<0.001) changes in dynamic balance (4%) were observed over the year. Reduced mean ankle strength was associated with increased incidence of falling (P=0.047). Increased ankle strength in summer may be influenced by increased levels of activity over summer months, especially time spent outside. Reduced ankle dorsiflexor strength in winter may predispose older people to increased risk of tripping related falls at this time of year. The engagement of older-adults in exercise programs and increased levels of physical activity (especially outdoors) have important consequences for addressing age-related decline in aspects of physical functioning related to fall risks. The studies described in this thesis have added to the type of exercise programs that have achieved positive outcomes with randomised-designed studies. This gives older people and health practitioners greater options for exercise, which can be important for uptake and sustained engagement in exercise programs. Additionally the seasonal variation in dynamic balance and ankle dorsiflexion strength are novel findings that practitioners and policy makers need to consider in making recommendations regarding outdoor activity and sunlight exposure for older adults.

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Wells, Cherie. "The use of Pilates exercise by physiotherapists to treat people with chronic low back pain." Thesis, 2015. http://hdl.handle.net/1959.7/uws:36548.

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Background: Pilates exercise is recommended as a form of treatment for people with chronic low back pain (CLBP). The definition and application of Pilates exercise, however, varies in the literature. The efficacy of Pilates exercise in reducing disability in people with chronic low back pain is also debated. Moreover, it is unclear whether some people with CLBP may benefit from Pilates exercise more than other people with CLBP. Aim: The aim of this thesis was to investigate the use of Pilates exercise to treat people with CLBP. There were three research questions: (1) How is Pilates exercise defined, and used to treat people with CLBP? (2) How effective is Pilates exercise in reducing disability in people with CLBP? (3) How can people with CLBP be identified who will benefit, or not benefit from Pilates exercise? Methods: Five studies were undertaken to address these research questions, including three systematic reviews, a Delphi survey, and the development of a clinical practice guideline. Conclusion: This doctoral study has contributed to the understanding of the use of Pilates exercise to treat people with CLBP as demonstrated through five peer-reviewed publications (Appendices 1A-E) and development of a clinical practice guideline (Chapter 8). The guideline provided evidence-based recommendations for physiotherapists using Pilates exercise to treat people with CLBP. Recommendations address the three research aims of the thesis regarding the definition and application of Pilates exercise in people with CLBP, the effectiveness of Pilates exercise in treating people with CLBP, and identifying people with CLBP who may benefit, or not benefit from Pilates exercise. Recommendations may be used to guide the use of Pilates exercise by physiotherapists to treat people with CLBP as they have been developed from the highest level and quality of evidence available. The strength of guideline recommendations for clinical practice is limited, however, due the paucity, low level, and variable quality of research evidence available. This means that physiotherapists should use some caution when following recommendations by monitoring client responses closely, and adjusting treatment as indicated. Future research should evaluate the accuracy of recommendations in high quality clinical trials, especially in regards to the proposed definition and application of Pilates exercise and the selection of people with CLBP who may benefit, or not benefit from Pilates exercise. The efficacy of Pilates exercise compared to other treatments, as well as associated risks, and costs also needs further evaluation before stronger recommendations can be made.

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Yu-Ting, Chang, and 張郁婷. "Analysis of the Alexander Technique Principles and its Applications to Teaching Strategies for Pilates Exercise." Thesis, 2009. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/3rf8ew.

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碩士 國立臺灣師範大學 體育學系 97 The purpose of this study was deeply understand the principles of Alexander Technique, and its applications to teaching strategies for Pilates exercise. This study was divided into two different parts: The first part was to explore the principles of Alexander Technique, and to introduce the method which provides documentary analysis and has correlation texts as subjects. Another part was to apply the viewpoints of Alexander Technique to teaching strategies for Pilates exercise, and to verify the strategies with the test of “teaching strategies”. The subjects were high school females faculties (N=10) and were chosen from the Pilates course conducted by “A High School”in Taipei. The exercise was undertaken once per week for eight weeks, and the duration of each session was 60 minutes. The data was collected through semi-structured interview, vedio observation analysis and the reflection records. Triangulation was used to examin the unanimity of those data. The results are shown in the following. a. The principles of Alexander Technique could, be applied to the use of “spine”, “shoulder girdle” and, “hip joint” and to examine the relationship of “head-neck-trunk” in Pilates ecercise. b. Subjects, instroctors and observer all had a positive attitude; however, they should be aware of students’ comprehension while applying the principles of Alexander Technique with abstract idea. c. Instrocts had apparent improvement in teaching method and movement design, and they also showed more understanding on the importance of time awareness to body learning.

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Gabrielová, Anna. "Efekt cvičení pilates na stabilitu a chůzi u pacientů s RS." Master's thesis, 2018. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-382926.

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The thesis investigates problems of walking and balance disorders in patients with multiple sclerosis and the effect of group Pilates lessons. The theoretical part provides an overview of the current knowledge about the disease - etiology, pathogenesis, diagnostics, types and symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) and the possibilities of therapy. The Pilates method, its history and principles of exercise are described. The aim of the practical part was to evaluate the effect of the Pilates program on walking and balance in MS patients. The group included 32 patients, 21 in the experimental group and 11 in the control group. The experimental group participated on the 10 - week Pilates program. Standardized gait and balance functional test were used for objective assessment; patient outcome measurements were used for subjective evaluation of exercise effect. More detailed gait parameters were obtained using the GAITRite instrument. Measurements were performed before and after therapy. Significant change - improvement (p < 0.05) was observed in some values of balance parameters, walking parameters and even in some subjective questionnaires. Therefore, we suggest, that group exercise lessons supervised by experienced instructor may be beneficial exercise therapy for people with MS and mild disability....

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Loureiro, Hugo Coelho Poças Borges. "Avaliação da força muscular e expansibilidade torácica em praticantes do método de pilates." Master's thesis, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10437/4923.

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Orientação: Raquel Barreto Existem ainda poucos estudos que abordem a respiração e a prática do método de pilates, na perspetiva de averiguar se, de facto, existem benefícios deste treino, ao nível da melhoria das funções respiratórias. Este trabalho procurou averiguar, através dos dois artigos aqui apresentados, se existem evidências que possam sugerir que a prática de pilates aumenta a força muscular respiratória dos seus praticantes, em relação a uma população ativa, mas não praticante de pilates. No artigo 1, o objetivo foi realizar uma revisão sistemática de literatura sobre a relação entre respiração e pilates, ou que, na medida do possível, se aproximasse do âmbito do estudo. No artigo 2, o objetivo foi analisar as diferenças entre praticantes e não praticantes de pilates, ao nível da força muscular respiratória e da expansibilidade torácica. Os resultados revelaram existir uma ligeira superioridade, estatisticamente não significativa, dos praticantes de pilates em relação aos não praticantes de pilates, em termos de força muscular respiratória. Na expansibilidade torácica, a superioridade dos praticantes de pilates, em relação aos não praticantes de pilates, é estatisticamente significativa. Concluiu-se que este estudo sugere que a prática de pilates poderá melhorar de forma bastante significativa a expansibilidade torácica. There are still few studies about breathing and pilates, referring benefits of this training method in the respiratory functions. This study investigated, with these two articles here presented, evidences suggesting that pilates practicing improves respiratory muscle strength in its practitioners, comparing with an active population who doesn´t practice pilates. In the first article, the goal was to make a systematic review of the literature related with pilates and breathing, or as close as possible to the subject of the study. In the second article, the goal was analyzing differences between pilates and non pilates practitioners, according to the level of respiratory muscle strength and thoracic expansion. Results reveal little superiority, statistically not significant, of pilates practitioners over non pilates practitioners, on respiratory muscle strength. On thoracic expansion, pilates practitioners superiority over non pilates practitioners is statistically significant. Conclusions show that this study suggests that pilates can improve thoracic expansion very significantly.

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TSAI, CHI-SYUAN, and 蔡季瑄. "Effects of Pilates exercise on climacteric symptoms and isometric endurance of trunk muscles in perimenopausal women." Thesis, 2011. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/67192185192507307825.

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碩士 國立臺灣師範大學 體育學系在職進修碩士班 99 Objective: To investigate the effects of 8-week Pilates’s exercise intervention on climacteric symptoms in perimenopausal women. Methods: 60 perimenopausal women were recruited in this study (mean age 49.2 ±3.3 years). The participants were randomized to either an intervention group (IG; n=30) or a control group (CG; n=30). The IG received an 8-week Pilates’s intervention (3 times per week for 60 minutes); the CG did not. Climacteric symptoms and isometric endurance of trunk muscles were recorded before and after experiment period. Results: A significant mixed design ANOVA interaction was found for cardiovascular symptoms (CS), autonomic nervous symptoms (ANS), bone and joint symptoms (BJS), urinary symptoms (US), psychological symptoms (PS) and isometric endurance of trunk muscles (IETS) (p&lt;.05) but not for reproductive symptoms. The IG showed significantly lower scores on CS, ANS, BJS, US, and PS after intervention compared to the CG (p&lt;.05). In addition, The IG also showed significantly increased isometric endurance of trunk muscles than the CG (p&lt;.05). Conclusion: An 8-week Pilates’s exercise intervention can effectively improve climacteric symptoms and increase isometric endurance of trunk muscles in perimenopausal women.

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Štveráková, Tereza. "Vliv metody Pilates na vadné držení těla a bolesti v oblasti bederní páteře." Master's thesis, 2019. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-435654.

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The diploma thesis invastigates the effect of specifically designed six-week clinical Pilates program on posture and low back pain. The theoretical part contains an overview of the Pilates method - the history, principles and its usage in rehabilitation. It also briefly describes the concept of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), which, along with the original Pilates method and the Spiraldynamic concept, has created the current Pilates Clinic Method. Furthermore, one chapter is devoted to the system of training Pilates teachers in the Czech Republic. The main objective of the practical part is to evaluate and compare the effect of an organized and an individual six-week Pilates exercise programme in patients with faulty posture and low back pain. Subsequently, constitutive objectives are set on the basis of selected examination methods. Firstly, evaluation of the exercise programme by the means of clinical objective tests combined into 5 groups: standing and balance, spinal mobility, DNS tests, somatognosia (shoulder width) and respiratory amplitude. Secondly, with the instrumental measurement of Bodystat's values: height, weight, waist circumference, hip circumference, fat, active body mass, water and body mass index. Thirdly, subjective evaluation using standardized questionnaires the...

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Su, Chien-Hsiao, and 蘇倩霄. "Effects of Twelve-week Pilates Exercise on Body Composition, Physical Activity, Basal Metabolic Rate and Physical Fitness in Middle-aged Females." Thesis, 2013. http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/01131597235830330567.

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碩士 國立臺北護理健康大學 運動保健研究所 102 Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of Pilates exercise intervention program on body composition, physical activity, basal metabolic rate (BMR) and physical fitness in middle-aged females. Methods: Forty-five middle-aged female who did not exercise regularly in recent three months were recruited by convenience sampling method. The subjects were assigned into the experimental group (EXP, n=22) and the control group (CON, n=23) by their consent. Subjects in the EXP group practiced mat Pilates exercise program twice a week (1 hour per session) through the 12-week intervention time, whereas subjects in the CON group were without intervention. The multiple bioelectric impendent analysis (Physion XP) was used to measure the body composition, including body mass index (BMI), the percentage of body fat (%BF) and the percentage of lean mass (%LM) of limbs. Lifecorder EX (Suzuken Co., Ltd., Japan) was used to measure physical activity including daily step counts and time spent in moderate intensity physical activity. MedGem was used to evaluate BMR. The items of physical fitness including cardiorespiratory (3-minute step test), flexibility (sit-and-reach test), muscular endurance (1-minute sit-ups test), muscular strength of upper limbs (grip strength test), muscular strength of lower limbs (30-second chair- stand test), agility (8-foot up-and-go test), static balance (single leg stance with eyes-closed test) and dynamic balance (functional reach test). Both groups completed all the tests before and after the program. Descriptive statistics, Chi-Square test, Mann-Whitney U test and Wilcoxon Sign-Rank test were used for the data analysis. The significance level of difference was set at p<.05. Results: There was no significant difference in all tests between CON and EXP group by Mann-Whitney U and Chi-Square test analysis before the intervention; it indicates that two groups were homogeneous. Wilcoxon Sign-Rank test analysis was used to analyze the significance of all the tests between before and after the program in both groups. BMI and %BF significantly decreased, and %LM of lower limbs significantly increased in the EXP group, whereas there was no significance in the CON group. In terms of physical activity, there was no significant difference in both groups. BMR significantly increased in the EXP group, whereas there was no significant difference in the CON group. With physical fitness, the values of sit-and-reach test, 1-minute sit-ups test and 30-second chair- stand test in the EXP group were significantly increased; moreover, the value of 8-foot up-and-go test was significantly decreased. On the contrary, all tests in the CON group showed no significant difference. Conclusions: A 12-week mat Pilates exercise significantly improve BMI, %BF, %LM of lower limbs, BMR, the performance of flexibility, muscular endurance, muscular strength of lower limbs, agility and dynamic balance in middle-aged females.. The study suggests that Pilates exercise can be considered as one of the programs in community health promotion plan.

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