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NCT Number: NCT07076433

Comparing the Efficacy of Core Stability Exercises and Pilates in Fibromyalgia Management: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Pilates and core stability exercises have emerged as potential interventions for Fibromyalgia (FM) , both targeting muscle strength, flexibility, and posture. However, existing studies have primarily relied on subjective self-report measures to assess outcomes. This study aims to employ more objective assessments, including biomechanical and functional measures, to compare the efficacy of core stability exercises and Pilates in improving symptoms of FM.

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Key information

Conditions

Fibromyositis-Fibromyalgia Syndrome Fibromyalgia Muscular Diseases Musculoskeletal Diseases Nervous System Diseases Neuromuscular Diseases Rheumatic Diseases

Age range

35 year–55 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Al Zaytoonah University

Amman, Jordan

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Female participants aged 35-65 years
  • Diagnosed with fibromyalgia based on the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) 2010 criteria
  • Able to walk independently
  • Stable medication for at least 3 months prior to participation

Exclusion criteria

  • Pregnant women
  • History of significant orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, or neurological conditions
  • Severe psychiatric disorders that interfere with participation
  • Active substance abuse

Treatment and study plan

Core Stability Exercises

Other

Participants will engage in core stability exercises targeting the muscles of the trunk and pelvis, such as pelvic tilting, abdominal crunches, back extension, side bridges, and bird dog. These exercises will be performed twice a week for 6 weeks, with each session lasting 30 minutes. The intensity will be progressively increased based on individual tolerance.

Pilates:

Other

Participants will undergo Pilates sessions that emphasize flexibility, posture, and core engagement. Pilates exercises will be performed twice a week for 6 weeks, with each session lasting 30 minutes. The focus will be on breathing, spinal alignment, and strengthening exercises that challenge flexibility and balance.

Primary outcomes

  1. pain by Quantitative Sensory Testing

    Time frame: 6 weeks

    10 the best results

  2. Functional Status: Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ)

    Time frame: 6 weeks

    100 score tha best results

Secondary outcomes

  1. Balance and Posture: Force Plate Balance Testing

    Time frame: 6 weeks

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan

Other

Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Jul 22, 2025
Registry last updated
Nov 26, 2025

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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