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

Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan

Status: Completed

Conditions: Fibromyositis-Fibromyalgia Syndrome

Treatments: Other: Pilates:; Other: Core Stability Exercises

Study type: Interventional

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07076433

fibromyalgia

Details and patient eligibility

About

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.

Enrollment: 30 patients

Sex: Female

Ages: 35 to 55 years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

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

Trial design

Primary purpose: Treatment

Allocation: Randomized

Interventional model: Parallel Assignment

Masking: Triple Blind

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30 participants in 2 patient groups

Core Stability Exercises

Experimental group

Description:

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.

Treatment:

Other: Core Stability Exercises

Pilates:

Experimental group

Description:

\- 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.

Treatment:

Other: Pilates: