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NCT Number: NCT05309486

Effects of Online Pilates and Face-To-Face Pilates on Healthy Individuals

Many studies on pilates have shown that these exercises positively affect the endurance of core muscles, mental health, and quality of life in healthy individuals when applied face-to-face.

In a few recent studies, the effects of online pilates training have been examined and shown to be effective on core endurance, depression, and quality of life. In the results of these studies, it has been emphasized that it is necessary to compare whether online pilates training is as practical as face-to-face pilates training. For this reason, the investigators thought that randomized controlled studies investigating the effects of online and face-to-face pilates methods in healthy individuals are needed. The investigators planned a randomized controlled study investigating the impact of online pilates and face-to-face pilates methods. The study aims to examine and compare the effects of online pilates and face-to-face pilates methods on core muscle endurance, depression, and quality of life in healthy individuals.

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Key information

Conditions

Healthy Lifestyle Behavior Behavioral Symptoms Depression Health Behavior

Age range

25 year–40 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Ankara Medipol University

Altındağ, Ankara, 06050, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

An experienced physiotherapist blind will evaluate participants by randomization at the start of the study and eight weeks later. The group participants belong to will not be disclosed to the participants until the end of the first assessment. Individuals who complete the initial evaluation will be randomly assigned to the online pilates group (OPG) or face-to-face pilates group (FPG) using a computer program. Both online and face-to-face applications will be carried out under the supervision of a physiotherapist with 11 years of experience.

Participants included in the study will be evaluated with data collection forms filled twice, before and after the training programs. The participants' demographic information (age, body weight, height, body mass index) will be recorded.

Statistical analysis will be performed using SPSS software, version 21 (SPSS Inc. Chicago, IL, USA). The normal distribution of the variables will be determined using histograms, probability plots, and the Shapiro-Wilk test. Due to the abnormal distribution, the median and interquartile range (IQR) will be used for descriptive statistics. A Mann-Whitney U test will be used to compare baseline and vary values between groups. The Wilcoxon test will compare baseline values within the group to values after six weeks. The significance level will be set-top < 0.05 for all analyses. Effect sizes will be evaluated according to Cohen's d standards within pre-post differences. Effect size results will be interpreted as small (≥ 0.2), moderate (≥ 0.5), or large (≥ 0.8) according to the guidelines.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

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

Inclusion criteria

  • 25-40 years of age.
  • Voluntarily participate in research to accept

Exclusion criteria

  • Any cardiovascular, orthopedic, visual, hearing, and perception problems that may affect the results of the research.
  • Participating in other exercises or physiotherapy programs during the past 6 months.

Treatment and study plan

Online and Face-to-face Pilates trainings

Other

Key elements of Pilates, including breathing, focusing, rib cage position, shoulder position, and head and neck positions, will be taught in both groups on the first day. Individuals will be asked to maintain the smoothness of these critical elements throughout the exercises. Different imagery techniques will be used in the exercises, and the exercises will be combined with breathing exercises. The intensity of the exercises will be increased by using different positions and elastic bands (Theraband Elastic Band Hygienic Corporation, Akron, Ohio). Band Resistances will be increased in biweekly periods. Stretching and posture exercises will be used during the cool-down period. The subjects in pilates group will be informed about the side effects such as shortness of breath, dizziness, headache, and muscle pain. Participants will be asked to stop the exercise in case of any side effects.

Primary outcomes

  1. Core muscle endurance- Baseline

    Time frame: Assessment will be conducted before the intervention

    Mcgill core endurance tests

  2. Core muscle endurance- Post intervention

    Time frame: Assessment will be conducted immediately after the intervention

    Mcgill core endurance tests

  3. Depression - Baseline

    Time frame: Assessment will be conducted before the intervention

    Beck Depression Scale (BDI). The score range in BDI, which is a 21-item self-evaluation type scale, is 0-63.

  4. Depression - Post intervention

    Time frame: Assessment will be conducted immediately after the intervention

    Beck Depression Scale (BDI). The score range in BDI, which is a 21-item self-evaluation type scale, is 0-63.

  5. Quality of life - Baseline

    Time frame: Assessment will be conducted before the intervention

    Short Form-36 (SF-36). SF-36; consists of 36 items to measure eight dimensions such as physical, mental, and general health. In the subscales evaluated between 0 and 100, a high score indicates a good quality of life.

  6. Quality of life - Post intervention

    Time frame: Assessment will be conducted immediately after the intervention

    Short Form-36 (SF-36). SF-36; consists of 36 items to measure eight dimensions such as physical, mental, and general health. In the subscales evaluated between 0 and 100, a high score indicates a good quality of life.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Ankara Medipol University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Effects of Online Pilates and Face-To-Face Pilates on Healthy Individuals During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Randomized Controlled Study

Acronym: COVID

Important dates

Study start
2022
Primary completion
2022
Study completion
2022
First posted
Apr 4, 2022
Registry last updated
May 25, 2022

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