What is Pelvic Floor Pilates?

Pelvic Floor Pilates and exercises are designed by our Shelbourne Physiotherapy staff to help people, women and men, improve their pelvic floor fitness.

Pelvic Floor Pilates was created to provide a widely accessible method of recovering or enhancing pelvic floor strength.  Pelvic floor fitness is essential for normal bladder and sexual function. Common problems such as urinary incontinence, vaginal prolapse, and poor sexual satisfaction are all associated with pelvic floor muscle weakness.

Pelvic Floor Pilates

Who Can Benefit from Pelvic Floor Pilates?

Pelvic Floor Pilates is intended to be preventative but also a therapeutic alternative for those already experiencing symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction. For patients that have already had surgery, Pelvic Floor Pilates can help protect the investment and reduce the chance for recurrent symptoms.

Pelvic Floor Pilates is a great pre and postnatal fitness option for pelvic floor strength and can also work to help restore some cases of diastasis. Please check with your doctor as to whether pilates  is appropriate for you.

If you are interested in pelvic Floor Pilates  please contact the studio coordinator for more information. 

Robyn Elliot, our Specialist Clinical Pilates Physiotherapist has extensive post graduate training in Pilates. She is excited to be sharing her core knowledge with you!

Private Pilates Sessions

Private Sessions available daytime and evening – these may be eligible to be covered under extended health care if you are under the care of one of our Physiotherapists. Our Shelbourne Physiotherapists Robyn Elliot and Penny Salmas have specialized training in pelvic health. – See Clinical Pilates

Spaces are limited, please contact our Studio Coordinators Jessica, Laurian or Jenna,  at 250-598-9828 (ext 2) to register today!

Pelvic Floor Pilates Workshops are designed to:

  • Help you understand the muscles of the pelvic floor, where they are & how they function
  • Educate you about weakness in the pelvic floor muscles that result in disorders such as incontinence & pelvic organ prolapse
  • Teach you specific exercises to condition the appropriate muscles focusing not only on strength, but endurance & coordination

The workshop will include an informational interactive presentation as well as an exercise portion.

If you do not have a pilates/yoga mat we do have a limited amount at the studio.

** pelvic floor pilates workshops are suitable for all ages and abilities 

Pilates Research

Pelvic Floor Pilates Articles & Research

Pfilates-Pelvic Floor Pilates combines Medical research with exercise to help women realize that “pelvic floor health is a fitness issue”

Where Pilates and Physical therapy Meet

Female Pelvic Floor Health- A Developmental Review

Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Active Versus Passive Approaches to the Treatment of Recurrent and Chronic Low Back Pain

Introduction to Pilates-Based Rehabilitation

Who are the people looking for the Pilates method?

Intra-abdominal pressure during Pilates: unlikely to cause pelvic floor harm

Derivation of a Preliminary Clinical Prediction Rule for Identifying a Subgroup of Patients With Low Back Pain Likely to Benefit From Pilates-Based Exercise 

Effect of performing the Standing Pilates repertoire on balance in an aging female population, a randomized controlled trial

The effect of Pilates-based Physical Therapy in Patients with Low Back Pain During Pregnancy 

Women’s health, the Pelvic Floor Paradox and a Naturopathic approach

Comparing the Pilates method with no exercise or lumbar stabilization for pain and functionality in patients with chronic low back pain: systematic review and meta-analysis

Effects of Pilates Training on Lumbo-Pelvic Stability and Flexibility

The role of clinical Pilates exercises in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis: a pilot study

Effects Of Pilates Training On Muscular Strength And Balance In Ballet Dancers

The effect of Pilates exercises on body composition: A systematic review

Effect of Pilates training on people with ankylosing spondylitis

The effectiveness of the Pilates method: Reducing the degree of non-structural scoliosis, and improving flexibility and pain in female college students

A Randomized Controlled Study Investigating Static and Dynamic Balance in Older Adults After Training With Pilates

The efficacy of the addition of the Pilates method over a minimal intervention in the treatment of chronic nonspecific low back pain: a study protocol of a randomized controlled trial

Increase or Decrease Depression: How Body Postures Influence Your Energy Level

Pilates and Back Disorders Research

Effects of the Pilates method on variables related to functionality of a patient with traumatic spondylolisthesis at L4-L5: A case study.

Oliveira LC, Guedes CA, Jassi FJ, Martini FAN, Oliveira RG.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2016 Jan;20(1):123-131. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2015.07.038. Epub 2015 Jul 26.

Effects of Schroth and Pilates exercises on the Cobb angle and weight distribution of patients with scoliosis.

Kim G, HwangBo PN.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Mar;28(3):1012-5. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.1012. Epub 2016 Mar 31.

PMID: 27134403 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effects of Pilates, McKenzie and Heckscher training on disease activity, spinal motility and pulmonary function in patients with ankylosing spondylitis: a randomized controlled trial.

Roşu MO, Ţopa I, Chirieac R, Ancuta C.

Rheumatol Int. 2014 Mar;34(3):367-72. doi: 10.1007/s00296-013-2869-y. Epub 2013 Sep 26.

PMID: 24071935 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effectiveness of the Pilates method: reducing the degree of non-structural scoliosis, and improving flexibility and pain in female college students.

Alves de Araújo ME, Bezerra da Silva E, Bragade Mello D, Cader SA, Shiguemi Inoue Salgado A, Dantas EH.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2012 Apr;16(2):191-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2011.04.002. Epub 2012 Jan 5.

PMID: 22464116 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of Pilates training on people with ankylosing spondylitis.

Altan L, Korkmaz N, Dizdar M, Yurtkuran M.

Rheumatol Int. 2012 Jul;32(7):2093-9. doi: 10.1007/s00296-011-1932-9. Epub 2011 Apr 17.

PMID: 21499876 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Chiropractic and pilates therapy for the treatment of adult scoliosis.

Blum CL.

J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2002 May;25(4):E3.

PMID: 12021749 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Head, Chest & Upper Extremity Pathology Research

Effects of Pilates and yoga in patients with chronic neck pain: A sonographic study.

Uluğ N, Yılmaz ÖT, Kara M, Özçakar L.

J Rehabil Med. 2017 Nov 16. doi: 10.2340/16501977-2288. [Epub ahead of print]

PMID: 29160551 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher] Free Article

Pilates intervention: Mat: Double Leg Stretch, Shoulder Bridge, Arm openings, Breaststroke

The effects of Clinical Pilates exercises on patients with shoulder pain: A randomised clinical trial.

Atılgan E, Aytar A, Çağlar A, Tığlı AA, Arın G, Yapalı G, Kısacık P, Berberoğlu U, Şener HÖ, Ünal E.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Oct;21(4):847-851. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.02.003. Epub 2017 Mar 4.

PMID: 29037638 [PubMed – in process]

Effectiveness of Pilates-based exercises on upper extremity disorders related with breast cancer treatment.

Zengin Alpozgen A, Razak Ozdincler A, Karanlik H, Yaman Agaoglu F, Narin AN.

Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2017 Nov;26(6). doi: 10.1111/ecc.12532. Epub 2016 Jun 23.

PMID: 27339709 [PubMed – in process]

Effect of the Pilates method on women with temporomandibular disorders: A study protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

da Costa LMR, Schimit EFD, Souza C, Wagner Neto ES, de Souza da Silva L, Candotti CT, Loss JF.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2016 Jan;20(1):110-114. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2015.06.011. Epub 2015 Jul 3.

PMID: 26891645 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Comparative effectiveness of Pilates and yoga group exercise interventions for chronic mechanical neck pain: quasi-randomised parallel controlled study.

Dunleavy K, Kava K, Goldberg A, Malek MH, Talley SA, Tutag-Lehr V, Hildreth J.

Physiotherapy. 2016 Sep;102(3):236-42. doi: 10.1016/j.physio.2015.06.002. Epub 2015 Aug 13.

PMID: 26435334 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Outcomes of a pilates-based intervention for individuals with lateral epicondylosis: A pilot study.

Dale LM, Mikuski C, Miller J.

Work. 2015;53(1):163-74.

PMID: 27331240 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid leak following a pilates class: a case report.

Davis J, Yanny I, Chatu S, Dubois P, Hayee B, Moran N.

J Med Case Rep. 2014 Dec 21;8:456. doi: 10.1186/1752-1947-8-456.

PMID: 25528347 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

[Cluster-like headache due to dissection of the internal carotid artery after Pilates training].

Weber R, Grab J, Berlit P, Gaul C.

Nervenarzt. 2014 Apr;85(4):474-5. doi: 10.1007/s00115-014-4028-4. German. No abstract available.

PMID: 24682169 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effectiveness of a 6-week Pilates programme on outcome measures in a population of chronic neck pain patients: a pilot study.

Mallin G, Murphy S.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2013 Jul;17(3):376-84. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.03.003. Epub 2013 Apr 24.

PMID: 23768285 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates and Hip and Knee Pathology Research

The comparison of the effectiveness of conventional therapeutic exercises and Pilates on pain and function in patients with knee osteoarthritis.

Mazloum V, Rabiei P, Rahnama N, Sabzehparvar E.

Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2017 Oct 22. pii: S1744-3881(17)30187-1. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2017.10.008. [Epub ahead of print]

PMID: 29108873 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

Do Pilates-based exercises following total knee arthroplasty improve postural control and quality of life?

Karaman A, Yuksel I, Kinikli GI, Caglar O.

Physiother Theory Pract. 2017 Apr;33(4):289-295. doi: 10.1080/09593985.2017.1289578. Epub 2017 Mar 1.

PMID: 28443790 [PubMed – in process]

The effectiveness of Pilates for partial anterior cruciate ligament injury.

Çelik D, Turkel N.

Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2017 Aug;25(8):2357-2364. doi: 10.1007/s00167-015-3718-1. Epub 2015 Aug 1.

PMID: 26231151 [PubMed – in process]

Pilates training for use in rehabilitation after total hip and knee arthroplasty: a preliminary report.

Levine B, Kaplanek B, Jaffe WL.

Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2009 Jun;467(6):1468-75. doi: 10.1007/s11999-009-0779-9. Epub 2009 Mar 13.

PMID: 19283437 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

Rehabilitation after total hip and knee arthroplasty: a new regimen using Pilates training.

Levine B, Kaplanek B, Scafura D, Jaffe WL.

Bull NYU Hosp Jt Dis. 2007;65(2):120-5.

PMID: 17581104 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free Article

Pilates and the Elderly Research

Effects of 16-weeks of Pilates on functional autonomy and life satisfaction among elderly women.

Curi VS, Haas AN, Alves-Vilaça J, Fernandes HM.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2018 Apr;22(2):424-429. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.06.014. Epub 2017 Jun 21.

PMID: 29861245

Pilates intervention: Classical beginner and intermediate mat exercises

The influence of inspiratory muscle training combined with the Pilates method on lung function in elderly women: A randomized controlled trial.

Alvarenga GM, Charkovski SA, Santos LKD, Silva MABD, Tomaz GO, Gamba HR.

Clinics (Sao Paulo). 2018;73:e356. doi: 10.6061/clinics/2018/e356. Epub 2018 Jun 18.

PMID: 29924184

Free PMC Article

Pilates intervention: A total of 9 exercises were used per session on the Cadillac, Combo Chair and Reformer, with 1 to 3 sets of 12 repetitions of each exercise.

Effects of modified Pilates on variability of inter-joint coordination during walking in the elderly.

Yoon S, Kim JN, Lim HS.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Dec;28(12):3463-3467. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.3463. Epub 2016 Dec 27.

PMID: 28174474 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

The effects of the Pilates method in the elderly: a systematic review.

Engers PB, Rombaldi AJ, Portella EG, da Silva MC.

Rev Bras Reumatol Engl Ed. 2016 Jul-Aug;56(4):352-65. doi: 10.1016/j.rbre.2016.05.005. Epub 2016 Jun 1. English, Portuguese.

PMID: 27476629 [PubMed – in process] Free Article

The effect of 12-week Pilates exercises on wellness in the elderly.

Roh SY.

J Exerc Rehabil. 2016 Apr 26;12(2):119-23. doi: 10.12965/jer.1632590.295. eCollection 2016 Apr.

PMID: 27162774 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

The effects of the Pilates method in the elderly: a systematic review.

Engers PB, Rombaldi AJ, Portella EG, Silva MC.

Rev Bras Reumatol. 2016 Mar 9. pii: S0482-5004(16)00044-9. doi: 10.1016/j.rbr.2015.11.003. [Epub ahead of print] English, Portuguese.

PMID: 27020846 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher] Free Article

Effects of Pilates method in elderly people: Systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

de Oliveira Francisco C, de Almeida Fagundes A, Gorges B.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jul;19(3):500-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2015.03.003. Epub 2015 Mar 20. Review.

PMID: 26118523 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Analysis of activities in the daily lives of older adults exposed to the Pilates Method.

Curi Pérez VS, Haas AN, Wolff SS.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Jul;18(3):326-31. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.10.004. Epub 2013 Oct 17.

PMID: 25042303 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates method in personal autonomy, static balance and quality of life of elderly females.

Siqueira Rodrigues BG, Ali Cader S, Bento Torres NV, Oliveira EM, Martin Dantas EH.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2010 Apr;14(2):195-202. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2009.12.005. Epub 2010 Jan 29.

PMID: 20226367 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Pregnancy, Pre- & Post-partum, Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions

Pilates program design and health benefits for pregnant women: A practitioners’ survey.

Mazzarino M, Kerr D, Morris ME.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2018 Apr;22(2):411-417. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.05.015. Epub 2017 May 31.

PMID: 29861243

Pilates intervention: None, survey. Pilates exercise type not examined.

The effects of Pilates method on pelvic floor muscle strength in patients with post-prostatectomy urinary incontinence: A randomized clinical trial.

Gomes CS, Pedriali FR, Urbano MR, Moreira EH, Averbeck MA, Almeida SHM.

Neurourol Urodyn. 2018 Jan;37(1):346-353. doi: 10.1002/nau.23300. Epub 2017 May 2.

Pilates intervention: Clinical Pilates, such as Bridging, Standing Leg Pump, Sidelying

A Pilates exercise program with pelvic floor muscle contraction: Is it effective for pregnant women? A randomized controlled trial.

Dias NT, Ferreira LR, Fernandes MG, Resende APM, Pereira-Baldon VS.

Neurourol Urodyn. 2018 Jan;37(1):379-384. doi: 10.1002/nau.23308. Epub 2017 May 23.

Pilates intervention: Not specified

Modified Pilates as an adjunct to standard physiotherapy care for urinary incontinence: a mixed methods pilot for a randomised controlled trial.

Lausen A, Marsland L, Head S, Jackson J, Lausen B.

BMC Womens Health. 2018 Jan 12;18(1):16. doi: 10.1186/s12905-017-0503-y.

Pilates intervention: clinical Pilates, e.g. Heel slides, Clams, stretches

Pilates workouts can reduce pain in pregnant women.

Oktaviani I.

Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2017 Nov 16. pii: S1744-3881(17)30392-4. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2017.11.007. [Epub ahead of print]

PMID: 29173892 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

Effectiveness of a physical activity programme based on the Pilates method in pregnancy and labour.

Rodríguez-Díaz L, Ruiz-Frutos C, Vázquez-Lara JM, Ramírez-Rodrigo J, Villaverde-Gutiérrez C, Torres-Luque G.

Enferm Clin. 2017 Sep – Oct;27(5):271-277. doi: 10.1016/j.enfcli.2017.05.008. Epub 2017 Jul 6. English, Spanish.

PMID: 28689647 [PubMed – in process]

A Pilates exercise program with pelvic floor muscle contraction: Is it effective for pregnant women? A randomized controlled trial.

Dias NT, Ferreira LR, Fernandes MG, Resende APM, Pereira-Baldon VS.

Neurourol Urodyn. 2017 May 23. doi: 10.1002/nau.23308. [Epub ahead of print]

PMID: 28543751 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

The effects of Pilates method on pelvic floor muscle strength in patients with post-prostatectomy urinary incontinence: A randomized clinical trial.

Gomes CS, Pedriali FR, Urbano MR, Moreira EH, Averbeck MA, Almeida SHM.

Neurourol Urodyn. 2017 May 2. doi: 10.1002/nau.23300. [Epub ahead of print]

PMID: 28464434 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

Pilates for pregnancy and beyond: a study.

Uppal E, Manley J, Schofield A.

Pract Midwife. 2016 May;19(5):25-7.

PMID: 27295756 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effectiveness of adding voluntary pelvic floor muscle contraction to a Pilates exercise program: an assessor-masked randomized controlled trial.

Torelli L, de Jarmy Di Bella ZI, Rodrigues CA, Stüpp L, Girão MJ, Sartori MG.

Int Urogynecol J. 2016 Nov;27(11):1743-1752. Epub 2016 Jun 1.

PMID: 27250831 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pain, pregnancy or Pilates – there is plenty to peruse.

McDonald S, Turner T.

Med J Aust. 2015 Oct 5;203(7):278. No abstract available.

PMID: 26424057 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Comparison of the functionality of pelvic floor muscles in women who practice the Pilates method and sedentary women: a pilot study.

Ferla L, Paiva LL, Darki C, Vieira A.

Int Urogynecol J. 2016 Jan;27(1):123-8. doi: 10.1007/s00192-015-2801-y. Epub 2015 Aug 6.

PMID: 26245725 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of Pilates exercises on postpartum maternal fatigue.

Ashrafinia F, Mirmohammadali M, Rajabi H, Kazemnejad A, Sadeghniiat Haghighi K, Amelvalizadeh M.

Singapore Med J. 2015 Mar;56(3):169-73.

PMID: 25820848 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

Is pilates as effective as conventional pelvic floor muscle exercises in the conservative treatment of post-prostatectomy urinary incontinence? A randomised controlled trial.

Pedriali FR, Gomes CS, Soares L, Urbano MR, Moreira EC, Averbeck MA, de Almeida SH.

Neurourol Urodyn. 2016 Jun;35(5):615-21. doi: 10.1002/nau.22761. Epub 2015 Mar 21.

PMID: 25809925 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Intra-abdominal pressure during Pilates: unlikely to cause pelvic floor harm.

Coleman TJ, Nygaard IE, Holder DN, Egger MJ, Hitchcock R.

Int Urogynecol J. 2015 Aug;26(8):1123-30. doi: 10.1007/s00192-015-2638-4. Epub 2015 Feb 12.

PMID: 25672647 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

The effects of Pilates exercise on sleep quality in postpartum women.

Ashrafinia F, Mirmohammadali M, Rajabi H, Kazemnejad A, Sadeghniiathaghighi K, Amelvalizadeh M, Chen H.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Apr;18(2):190-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.09.007. Epub 2013 Sep 25.

PMID: 24725785 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Urinary incontinence among group fitness instructors including yoga and pilates teachers.

Bø K, Bratland-Sanda S, Sundgot-Borgen J.

Neurourol Urodyn. 2011 Mar;30(3):370-3. doi: 10.1002/nau.21006. Epub 2011 Feb 8.

PMID: 21305592 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

A randomized clinical trial comparing pelvic floor muscle training to a Pilates exercise program for improving pelvic muscle strength.

Culligan PJ, Scherer J, Dyer K, Priestley JL, Guingon-White G, Delvecchio D, Vangeli M.

Int Urogynecol J. 2010 Apr;21(4):401-8. doi: 10.1007/s00192-009-1046-z. Epub 2010 Jan 22.

PMID: 20094704 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates in pregnancy: the Body Control method.

Robinson L.

Pract Midwife. 2007 Mar;10(3):24-6. No abstract available.

PMID: 17390974 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates and pregnancy.

Balogh A.

RCM Midwives. 2005 May;8(5):220-2. Review.

PMID: 15960329 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Women’s Health, Bone Mineral Density and Menopause

Effects of Whole-Body Vibration Versus Pilates Exercise on Bone Mineral Density in Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized and Controlled Clinical Trial.

de Oliveira LC, de Oliveira RG, de Almeida Pires-Oliveira DA.

J Geriatr Phys Ther. 2018 Feb 12. doi: 10.1519/JPT.0000000000000184. [Epub ahead of print]

PMID: 29443867

Pilates intervention: not available yet

The effect of the clinical pilates exercises on kinesiophobia and other symptoms related to osteoporosis: Randomised controlled trial.

Oksuz S, Unal E.

Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2017 Feb;26:68-72. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2016.12.001. Epub 2016 Dec 8.

PMID: 28107853 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effects of clinical pilates exercises on bone mineral density, physical performance and quality of life of women with postmenopausal osteoporosis.

Angın E, Erden Z, Can F.

J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2015;28(4):849-58. doi: 10.3233/BMR-150604.

PMID: 26406222 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates Method for Women’s Health: Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Mazzarino M, Kerr D, Wajswelner H, Morris ME.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 Dec;96(12):2231-42. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2015.04.005. Epub 2015 Apr 23. Review.

PMID: 25912668 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates for Better Sex: Changes in Sexual Functioning in Healthy Turkish Women After Pilates Exercise.

Halis F, Yildirim P, Kocaaslan R, Cecen K, Gokce A.

J Sex Marital Ther. 2016 May 18;42(4):302-8. doi: 10.1080/0092623X.2015.1033576. Epub 2015 Mar 31.

PMID: 25826474 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effects of a single bout pilates exercise on mRNA expression of bone metabolic cytokines in osteopenia women.

Kim CS, Kim JY, Kim HJ.

J Exerc Nutrition Biochem. 2014 Mar;18(1):69-78. doi: 10.5717/jenb.2014.18.1.69. Epub 2014 Feb 8.

PMID: 25566441 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effects of Pilates exercises on pain, functional status and quality of life in women with postmenopausal osteoporosis.

Küçükçakır N, Altan L, Korkmaz N.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2013 Apr;17(2):204-11. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2012.07.003. Epub 2012 Aug 9.

PMID: 23561868 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Balance, Fall Prevention and Gait Research

Effect of pilates exercise for improving balance in older adults (PEDro synthesis).

Franco MR, Grande GHD, Padulla SAT.

Br J Sports Med. 2018 Feb;52(3):199-200. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2016-097073. Epub 2016 Nov 4. No abstract available.

Pilates intervention: n/a

Effect of a Mat Pilates Program with TheraBand® on Dynamic Balance in Patients with Parkinson’s Disease. Feasibility Study and Randomized Controlled Trial.

Mollinedo I, Cancela JM, Vila Suarez MH.

Rejuvenation Res. 2017 Dec 5. doi: 10.1089/rej.2017.2007. [Epub ahead of print]

The influence of Pilates exercises on body balance in the standing position of hearing impaired people.

Walowska J, Bolach B, Bolach E.

Disabil Rehabil. 2017 Nov 13:1-9. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2017.1370731. [Epub ahead of print]

PMID: 29132250 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

The effects of the Pilates training method on balance and falls of older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Moreno-Segura N, Celedonia IC, Ballester-Gil Y, María Clara BI, Blasco JM.

J Aging Phys Act. 2017 Aug 3:1-21. doi: 10.1123/japa.2017-0078. [Epub ahead of print]

Effects of Pilates core stability exercises on the balance abilities of archers.

Park JM, Hyun GS, Jee YS.

J Exerc Rehabil. 2016 Dec 31;12(6):553-558. doi: 10.12965/jer.1632836.418. eCollection 2016 Dec.

PMID: 28119877 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

A Comparative Study of the Effects of Pilates and Latin Dance on Static and Dynamic Balance in Older Adults.

Sofianidis G, Dimitriou AM, Hatzitaki V.

J Aging Phys Act. 2017 Jul;25(3):412-419. doi: 10.1123/japa.2016-0164. Epub 2017 Jun 28.

PMID: 27992251 [PubMed – in process]

Effect of pilates exercise for improving balance in older adults (PEDro synthesis).

Grande GH, Padulla SA, Franco MR.

Br J Sports Med. 2016 Nov 4. pii: bjsports-2016-097073. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2016-097073. [Epub ahead of print] No abstract available.

PMID: 27815239 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

The effectiveness of Pilates on balance and falls in community dwelling older adults.

Josephs S, Pratt ML, Calk Meadows E, Thurmond S, Wagner A.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2016 Oct;20(4):815-823. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.02.003. Epub 2016 Feb 10.

PMID: 27814862 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effects of Pilates exercise training on static and dynamic balance in chronic stroke patients: a randomized controlled trial.

Lim HS, Kim YL, Lee SM.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Jun;28(6):1819-24. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.1819. Epub 2016 Jun 28.

PMID: 27390424 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Fall prevention in postmenopausal women: the role of Pilates exercise training.

Hita-Contreras F, Martínez-Amat A, Cruz-Díaz D, Pérez-López FR.

Climacteric. 2016 Jun;19(3):229-33. doi: 10.3109/13697137.2016.1139564. Epub 2016 Feb 5. Review.

PMID: 26849849 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates exercise training vs. physical therapy for improving walking and balance in people with multiple sclerosis: a randomized controlled trial.

Kalron A, Rosenblum U, Frid L, Achiron A.

Clin Rehabil. 2017 Mar;31(3):319-328. doi: 10.1177/0269215516637202. Epub 2016 Jul 10.

PMID: 26951348 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates vs. Balance Training in Healthy Community-Dwelling Seniors: a 3-arm, Randomized Controlled Trial.

Donath L, Roth R, Hürlimann C, Zahner L, Faude O.

Int J Sports Med. 2016 Jan 19. [Epub ahead of print] No abstract available.

PMID: 26783852 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

Pilates vs. Balance Training in Health Community-Dwelling Seniors: a 3-arm, Randomized Controlled Trial.

Donath L, Roth R, Hürlimann C, Zahner L, Faude O.

Int J Sports Med. 2016 Mar;37(3):202-10. doi: 10.1055/s-0035-1559695. Epub 2015 Dec 2.

PMID: 26630547 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The Effects of Pilates Training on Balance Control and Self-Reported Health Status in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Gabizon H, Press Y, Volkov I, Melzer I.

J Aging Phys Act. 2016 Jul;24(3):376-83. doi: 10.1123/japa.2014-0298. Epub 2015 Nov 4.

PMID: 26540737 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Feasibility of Pilates exercise to decrease falls risk: a pilot randomized controlled trial in community-dwelling older people.

Barker AL, Talevski J, Bohensky MA, Brand CA, Cameron PA, Morello RT.

Clin Rehabil. 2016 Oct;30(10):984-996. Epub 2015 Sep 18.

PMID: 26385357 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of a six-week Pilates intervention on balance and fear of falling in women aged over 65 with chronic low-back pain: A randomized controlled trial.

Cruz-Díaz D, Martínez-Amat A, De la Torre-Cruz MJ, Casuso RA, de Guevara NM, Hita-Contreras F.

Maturitas. 2015 Dec;82(4):371-6. doi: 10.1016/j.maturitas.2015.07.022. Epub 2015 Aug 3.

PMID: 26277254 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of feedback-based balance and core resistance training vs. Pilates training on balance and muscle function in older women: a randomized-controlled trial.

Markovic G, Sarabon N, Greblo Z, Krizanic V.

Arch Gerontol Geriatr. 2015 Sep-Oct;61(2):117-23. doi: 10.1016/j.archger.2015.05.009. Epub 2015 May 27.

PMID: 26036209 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of pilates exercise for improving balance in older adults: a systematic review with meta-analysis.

Barker AL, Bird ML, Talevski J.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 Apr;96(4):715-23. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2014.11.021. Epub 2014 Dec 12. Review.

PMID: 25511371 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effect of Pilates based exercise on mobility, postural stability, and balance in order to decrease fall risk in older adults.

Pata RW, Lord K, Lamb J.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Jul;18(3):361-7. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.11.002. Epub 2013 Nov 10.

PMID: 25042305 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effect of 12 weeks Prop Pilates Exercise Program (PPEP) on body stability and pain for fruit farmers with MSDs.

Kim HJ, Nam SN, Bae UR, Hwang R, Lee JB, Kim JH.

Technol Health Care. 2014;22(3):359-67. doi: 10.3233/THC-140792.

PMID: 24704650 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effects of pilates mat exercise on the balance ability of elderly females.

Hyun J, Hwangbo K, Lee CW.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2014 Feb;26(2):291-3. doi: 10.1589/jpts.26.291. Epub 2014 Feb 28.

PMID: 24648651 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

The effects of a Pilates-based exercise rehabilitation program on functional outcome and fall risk reduction in an aging adult status-post traumatic hip fracture due to a fall.

Stivala A, Hartley G.

J Geriatr Phys Ther. 2014 Jul-Sep;37(3):136-45. doi: 10.1519/JPT.0b013e3182abe7a9.

PMID: 24406713 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effects of pilates on balance, mobility and strength in patients with multiple sclerosis.

Guclu-Gunduz A, Citaker S, Irkec C, Nazliel B, Batur-Caglayan HZ.

NeuroRehabilitation. 2014;34(2):337-42. doi: 10.3233/NRE-130957.

PMID: 23949064 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Positive long-term effects of Pilates exercise on the aged-related decline in balance and strength in older, community-dwelling men and women.

Bird ML, Fell J.

J Aging Phys Act. 2014 Jul;22(3):342-7. doi: 10.1123/japa.2013-0006. Epub 2013 Aug 6.

PMID: 23921206 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Changes in gait and balance parameters in elderly subjects attending an 8-week supervised Pilates programme.

Newell D, Shead V, Sloane L.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2012 Oct;16(4):549-54. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2012.02.002. Epub 2012 Feb 28.

PMID: 23036886 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

A randomized controlled study investigating static and dynamic balance in older adults after training with Pilates.

Bird ML, Hill KD, Fell JW.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2012 Jan;93(1):43-9. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2011.08.005. Epub 2011 Oct 5.

PMID: 21975148 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Integrating pilates exercise into an exercise program for 65+ year-old women to reduce falls.

Irez GB, Ozdemir RA, Evin R, Irez SG, Korkusuz F.

J Sports Sci Med. 2011 Mar 1;10(1):105-11. eCollection 2011.

PMID: 24149302 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Laboratory gait analysis in patients with low back pain before and after a pilates intervention.

da Fonseca JL, Magini M, de Freitas TH.

J Sport Rehabil. 2009 May;18(2):269-82.

PMID: 19561369 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Breathing, Abdominal Muscle Actions Research

Effects of Mat Pilates training and habitual physical activity on thoracoabdominal expansion during quiet and vital capacity breathing in healthy women.

Campos JL, Vancini RL, Zanoni GR, Barbosa DE Lira CA, Santos Andrade M, Sarro KJ.

J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2017 Oct 27. doi: 10.23736/S0022-4707.17.07908-7. [Epub ahead of print]

Activity of Lower Limb Muscles During Squat With and Without Abdominal Drawing-in and Pilates Breathing.

Barbosa AC, Martins FM, Silva AF, Coelho AC, Intelangelo L, Vieira ER.

J Strength Cond Res. 2017 Nov;31(11):3018-3023. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000001877.

The effects of Pilates breathing trainings on trunk muscle activation in healthy female subjects: a prospective study.

Kim ST, Lee JH.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2017 Feb;29(2):194-197. doi: 10.1589/jpts.29.194. Epub 2017 Feb 24.

PMID: 28265138 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

The Pilates Method increases respiratory muscle strength and performance as well as abdominal muscle thickness.

Giacomini MB, da Silva AM, Weber LM, Monteiro MB.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2016 Apr;20(2):258-64. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2015.11.003. Epub 2015 Nov 10.

PMID: 27210841 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Respiratory pattern of diaphragmatic breathing and pilates breathing in COPD subjects.

Cancelliero-Gaiad KM, Ike D, Pantoni CB, Borghi-Silva A, Costa D.

Braz J Phys Ther. 2014 Jul-Aug;18(4):291-9. Epub 2014 Jul 25.

PMID: 25075999 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

Immediate electromyographic changes of the biceps brachii and upper rectus abdominis muscles due to the Pilates centring technique.

Barbosa AW, Martins FL, Vitorino DF, Barbosa MC.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2013 Jul;17(3):385-90. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.01.003. Epub 2013 Feb 4.

PMID: 23768286 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Spontaneous diaphragmatic rupture complicated with perforation of the stomach during Pilates.

Yang YM, Yang HB, Park JS, Kim H, Lee SW, Kim JH.

Am J Emerg Med. 2010 Feb;28(2):259.e1-3. doi: 10.1016/j.ajem.2009.06.012.

PMID: 20159415 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

[Pilates breathing exercise method as a form of pneumological rehabilitation in children and youths with bronchiale asthma].

Wroński W, Nowak M.

Przegl Lek. 2008;65 Suppl 2:9-11. Polish.

PMID: 19621648 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Functional Capacity, Physiology, Fitness and Body Composition Research

Pilates training improves 5-km run performance by changing metabolic cost and muscle activity in trained runners.

Finatto P, Silva ESD, Okamura AB, Almada BP, Oliveira HB, Peyré-Tartaruga LA.

PLoS One. 2018 Mar 21;13(3):e0194057. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0194057. eCollection 2018. PMID: 29561907 Free PMC Article

Pilates intervention: Classical Pilates Mat names with contemporary elements, such as relaxation.

Six weeks of Mat Pilates training are enough to improve functional capacity in elderly women.

Bertoli J, Biduski GM, de la Rocha Freitas C.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Oct;21(4):1003-1008. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.12.001. Epub 2016 Dec 3.

The effects of Pilates exercise on cardiopulmonary function in the chronic stroke patients: a randomized controlled trials.

Lim HS, Yoon S.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2017 May;29(5):959-963. doi: 10.1589/jpts.29.959. Epub 2017 May 16.

PMID: 28603381 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Pilates Exercise for Hypertensive Patients: A Review of the Literature.

Gonzáles AI, Nery T, Fragnani SG, Pereira F, Lemos RR, Bezerra PP, Haas P.

Altern Ther Health Med. 2016 Sep;22(5):38-43. Review.

The effect of Pilates exercise on body composition in sedentary overweight and obese women.

Şavkin R, Aslan UB.

J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2017 Nov;57(11):1464-1470. doi: 10.23736/S0022-4707.16.06465-3. Epub 2016 Sep 8.

PMID: 27607588 [PubMed – in process]

The Pilates method and cardiorespiratory adaptation to training.

Tinoco-Fernández M, Jiménez-Martín M, Sánchez-Caravaca MA, Fernández-Pérez AM, Ramírez-Rodrigo J, Villaverde-Gutiérrez C.

Res Sports Med. 2016 Jul-Sep;24(3):281-6. doi: 10.1080/15438627.2016.1202829. Epub 2016 Jun 30.

The effects of a reformer Pilates program on body composition and morphological characteristics in active women after a detraining period.

Vaquero-Cristóbal R, Alacid F, Esparza-Ros F, López-Plaza D, Muyor JM, López-Miñarro PA.

Women Health. 2016 Oct;56(7):784-806. doi: 10.1080/03630242.2015.1118723. Epub 2015 Nov 19.

PMID: 26583914 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates Method for Lung Function and Functional Capacity in Obese Adults.

Niehues JR, Gonzáles I, Lemos RR, Haas P.

Altern Ther Health Med. 2015 Sep-Oct;21(5):73-80.

PMID: 26393994 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of Nordic Walking and Pilates exercise programs on blood glucose and lipid profile in overweight and obese postmenopausal women in an experimental, nonrandomized, open-label, prospective controlled trial.

Hagner-Derengowska M, Kałużny K, Kochański B, Hagner W, Borkowska A, Czamara A, Budzyński J.

Menopause. 2015 Nov;22(11):1215-23. doi: 10.1097/GME.0000000000000446.

PMID: 25803666 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

[The effects of 16-weeks pilates mat program on anthropometric variables and body composition in active adult women after a short detraining period].

Vaquero-Cristóbal R, Alacid F, Esparza-Ros F, Muyor JM, López-Miñarro PÁ.

Nutr Hosp. 2015 Apr 1;31(4):1738-47. doi: 10.3305/nh.2015.31.4.8501. Spanish.

PMID: 25795966 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free Article

Mat Pilates training reduced clinical and ambulatory blood pressure in hypertensive women using antihypertensive medications.

Martins-Meneses DT, Antunes HK, de Oliveira NR, Medeiros A.

Int J Cardiol. 2015 Jan 20;179:262-8. doi: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2014.11.064. Epub 2014 Nov 6.

PMID: 25464462 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

24 weeks of Pilates-aerobic and educative training to improve body fat mass in elderly Serbian women.

Rutjes AW, Di Nisio M.

Clin Interv Aging. 2014 Apr 28;9:741. doi: 10.2147/CIA.S62054. eCollection 2014. No abstract available.

PMID: 24812500 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

Effects of a mat Pilates programme on body composition in elderly women.

Fourie M, Gildenhuys GM, Shaw I, Shaw BS, Toriola AL, Goon DT.

West Indian Med J. 2013 Jul;62(6):524-8. doi: 10.7727/wimj.2012.107.

PMID: 24756739 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

24-weeks Pilates-aerobic and educative training to improve body fat mass in elderly Serbian women.

Ruiz-Montero PJ, Castillo-Rodriguez A, Mikalački M, Nebojsa C, Korovljev D.

Clin Interv Aging. 2014 Jan 31;9:243-8. doi: 10.2147/CIA.S52077. eCollection 2014.

PMID: 24516331 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

Effects of a mat pilates program on cardiometabolic parameters in elderly women.

Marinda F, Magda G, Ina S, Brandon S, Abel T, Ter Goon D.

Pak J Med Sci. 2013 Apr;29(2):500-4.

PMID: 24353564 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

The effects of Pilates on metabolic control and physical performance in adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus.

Tunar M, Ozen S, Goksen D, Asar G, Bediz CS, Darcan S.

J Diabetes Complications. 2012 Jul-Aug;26(4):348-51. doi: 10.1016/j.jdiacomp.2012.04.006. Epub 2012 May 17.

PMID: 22609217 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effect of 8 week pilates exercise on body composition in obese women.

Cakmakçi O.

Coll Antropol. 2011 Dec;35(4):1045-50.

PMID: 22397236 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effect of Pilates exercises on body composition: a systematic review.

Aladro-Gonzalvo AR, Machado-Díaz M, Moncada-Jiménez J, Hernández-Elizondo J, Araya-Vargas G.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2012 Jan;16(1):109-14. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2011.06.001. Epub 2011 Jul 2. Review.

PMID: 22196436 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates in heart failure patients: a randomized controlled pilot trial.

Guimarães GV, Carvalho VO, Bocchi EA, d’Avila VM.

Cardiovasc Ther. 2012 Dec;30(6):351-6. doi: 10.1111/j.1755-5922.2011.00285.x. Epub 2011 Jul 10.

PMID: 21884019 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of pilates exercises on functional capacity, flexibility, fatigue, depression and quality of life in female breast cancer patients: a randomized controlled study.

Eyigor S, Karapolat H, Yesil H, Uslu R, Durmaz B.

Eur J Phys Rehabil Med. 2010 Dec;46(4):481-7.

PMID: 21224783 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free Article

Eight-week traditional mat Pilates training-program effects on adult fitness characteristics.

Rogers K, Gibson AL.

Res Q Exerc Sport. 2009 Sep;80(3):569-74.

PMID: 19791643 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Getting to the core. Using pilates to promote overall wellness during rehabilitation.

Beck R.

Rehab Manag. 2008 Mar;21(2):34, 36. No abstract available.

PMID: 18380190 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of 4 weeks of Pilates on the body composition of young girls.

Jago R, Jonker ML, Missaghian M, Baranowski T.

Prev Med. 2006 Mar;42(3):177-80. Epub 2005 Dec 27.

PMID: 16376979 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Functional Performance & Physical Fitness

“Effects of Mat Pilates on Physical Functional Performance of Older Adults: a Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.”

​de Souza ROB, de Faria Marcon L, de Arruda ASF, Pontes Junior FL, de Melo RC.

Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2017 Dec 27. doi: 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000883. [Epub ahead of print]

The Effect of Clinical Pilates on Functional Movement in Recreational Runners.

Laws A, Williams S, Wilson C.

Int J Sports Med. 2017 Sep;38(10):776-780. doi: 10.1055/s-0043-111893. Epub 2017 Aug 3.

PMID: 28772336 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Corrigendum to “The effects of 12 weeks Pilates-inspired exercise training on functional performance in older women: A randomized clinical trial” [J. Bodyw. Mov. Ther. 21 (2017) 251-258].

Vieira ND, Testa D, Ruas PC, Salvini TF, Catai AM, Melo RC.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Jul;21(3):747. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.05.024. No abstract available.

PMID: 28750996 [PubMed – in process]

The effects of 12 weeks Pilates-inspired exercise training on functional performance in older women: A randomized clinical trial.

Vieira ND, Testa D, Ruas PC, Salvini TF, Catai AM, Melo RC.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Apr;21(2):251-258. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.06.010. Epub 2016 Jun 21.

PMID: 28532866 [PubMed – in process]

Physical and psychological benefits of once-a-week Pilates exercises in young sedentary women: A 10-week longitudinal study.

Tolnai N, Szabó Z, Köteles F, Szabo A.

Physiol Behav. 2016 Sep 1;163:211-218. doi: 10.1016/j.physbeh.2016.05.025. Epub 2016 May 16.

PMID: 27195456 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of conventional physical therapy and Pilates in functionality, respiratory muscle strength and ability to exercise in hospitalized chronic renal patients: a randomized controlled trial.

Sarmento LA, Pinto JS, da Silva AP, Cabral CM, Chiavegato LD.

Effectiveness of conventional physical therapy and Pilates’ method in functionality, respiratory muscle strength and ability to exercise in hospitalized chronic renal patients: A study protocol of a randomized controlled trial.

Pinto JS, Sarmento LA, Pereira da Silva AP, Cabral CM, Chiavegato LD.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Oct;19(4):604-15. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2014.08.003. Epub 2014 Aug 12.

PMID: 26592217 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of the Pilates method on physical conditioning of healthy subjects: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Campos RR, Dias JM, Pereira LM, Obara K, Barreto MS, Silva MF, Mazuquin BF, Christofaro DG, Fernandes RA, Iversen MD, Cardoso JR.

J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2016 Jul-Aug;56(7-8):864-73. Epub 2015 May 25. Review.

PMID: 26004043 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effects of Pilates exercise training on physical fitness and wellbeing in the elderly: A systematic review for future exercise prescription.

Bullo V, Bergamin M, Gobbo S, Sieverdes JC, Zaccaria M, Neunhaeuserer D, Ermolao A.

Prev Med. 2015 Jun;75:1-11. doi: 10.1016/j.ypmed.2015.03.002. Epub 2015 Mar 12. Review.

PMID: 25773473 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

A systematic review of the effects of pilates method of exercise in healthy people.

Cruz-Ferreira A, Fernandes J, Laranjo L, Bernardo LM, Silva A.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2011 Dec;92(12):2071-81. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2011.06.018. Epub 2011 Oct 24. Review.

PMID: 22030232 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Muscle Activation (EMG) and Strength Research

Pilates experience vs. muscle activation during abdominal drawing-in maneuver.

Barbosa AC, Vieira ER, Silva AF, Coelho AC, Martins FM, Fonseca DS, Barbosa MA, Bordachar D.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2018 Apr;22(2):467-470. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.05.002. Epub 2017 May 3.

PMID: 29861251

​Pilates intervention: None, drawing-in maneuver

Pilates instruction affects stability and muscle recruitment during the long stretch exercise.

Fayh A, Brodt GA, Souza C, Loss JF.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2018 Apr;22(2):471-475. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.05.010. Epub 2017 May 18.

PMID: 29861252

Pilates intervention: Long Stretch exercise

Ultrasound Evaluation of the Abdominal Wall and Lumbar Multifidus Muscles in Participants Who Practice Pilates: A 1-year Follow-up Case Series.

Gala-Alarcón P, Calvo-Lobo C, Serrano-Imedio A, Garrido-Marín A, Martín-Casas P, Plaza-Manzano G.

J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2018 Apr 18. pii: S0161-4754(17)30277-4. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.10.007. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 29680324

Pilates intervention: No info available in article

The influence of surface angle on muscle activity during Pilates based exercises.

Yates AV, Donlin AA, Beneck GJ, Schick EE.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2018 Jan;22(1):225-231. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.10.007. Epub 2017 Oct 23. No abstract available.

Pilates intervention: High plank and Teaser on an incline mat​

Pilates increases the isokinetic muscular strength of the knee extensors and flexors in elderly women.

Oliveira LC, Oliveira RG, Pires-Oliveira DAA.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Oct;21(4):815-822. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.01.006. Epub 2017 Jan 8.

PMID: 29037633 [PubMed – in process]

Pilates and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Methods Induce Similar Strength Gains but Different Neuromuscular Adaptations in Elderly Women.

Teixeira de Carvalho F, de Andrade Mesquita LS, Pereira R, Neto OP, Amaro Zangaro R.

Exp Aging Res. 2017 Oct-Dec;43(5):440-452. doi: 10.1080/0361073X.2017.1369624. Epub 2017 Sep 26.

PMID: 28949820 [PubMed – in process]

Electrical Activity of Powerhouse Muscles During the Teaser Exercise of Pilates Using Different Types of Apparatus.

Werba DD, Cantergi D, Tolfo Franzoni L, Fagundes AO, Fagundes Loss J, Nogueira Haas A.

Percept Mot Skills. 2017 Apr;124(2):452-461. doi: 10.1177/0031512516684079. Epub 2016 Dec 22.

Increased strength of the scapular stabilizer and lumbar muscles after twelve weeks of Pilates training using the Reformer machine: A pilot study.

Dos Santos NT, Raimundo KC, da Silva SA, Souza LA, Ferreira KC, Borges Santo Urbano ZF, Gasparini AL, Bertoncello D.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Jan;21(1):74-80. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.05.005. Epub 2016 Jun 1.

PMID: 28167194 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates increases isokinetic muscular strength of the elbow flexor and extensor muscles of older women: A randomized controlled clinical trial.

Oliveira LC, Pires-Oliveira DA, Abucarub AC, Oliveira LS, Oliveira RG.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Jan;21(1):2-10. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.03.002. Epub 2016 Mar 10.

PMID: 28167180 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of a 16-week Pilates exercises training program for isometric trunk extension and flexion strength.

Kliziene I, Sipaviciene S, Vilkiene J, Astrauskiene A, Cibulskas G, Klizas S, Cizauskas G.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Jan;21(1):124-132. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.06.005. Epub 2016 Jun 16.

PMID: 28167168 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of a Pilates exercise program on muscle strength, postural control and body composition: results from a pilot study in a group of post-menopausal women.

Bergamin M, Gobbo S, Bullo V, Zanotto T, Vendramin B, Duregon F, Cugusi L, Camozzi V, Zaccaria M, Neunhaeuserer D, Ermolao A.

Age (Dordr). 2015 Dec;37(6):118. doi: 10.1007/s11357-015-9852-3. Epub 2015 Nov 15.

PMID: 26578458 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

Comparison of deep and superficial abdominal muscle activity between experienced Pilates and resistance exercise instructors and controls during stabilization exercise.

Moon JH, Hong SM, Kim CW, Shin YA.

J Exerc Rehabil. 2015 Jun 30;11(3):161-8. doi: 10.12965/jer.150203. eCollection 2015 Jun.

PMID: 26171383 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effects of Pilates on muscle strength, postural balance and quality of life of older adults: a randomized, controlled, clinical trial.

Campos de Oliveira L, Gonçalves de Oliveira R, Pires-Oliveira DA.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2015 Mar;27(3):871-6. doi: 10.1589/jpts.27.871. Epub 2015 Mar 31.

PMID: 25931749 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Application of Pilates principles increases paraspinal muscle activation.

Andrade LS, Mochizuki L, Pires FO, da Silva RA, Mota YL.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jan;19(1):62-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2014.11.011. Epub 2014 Nov 18.

PMID: 25603744 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The Pilates breathing technique increases the electromyographic amplitude level of the deep abdominal muscles in untrained people.

Barbosa AW, Guedes CA, Bonifácio DN, de Fátima Silva A, Martins FL, Almeida Barbosa MC.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jan;19(1):57-61. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2014.05.011. Epub 2014 Jun 5.

PMID: 25603743 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Air stacking: effects of Pilates mat exercises on muscle strength and on pulmonary function in patients with cystic fibrosis.

Franco CB, Ribeiro AF, Morcillo AM, Zambon MP, Almeida MB, Rozov T.

J Bras Pneumol. 2014 Oct;40(5):521-7. English, Portuguese.

PMID: 25410840 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

Muscle activity of the erector spinae during Pilates isometric exercises on and off Swiss Ball.

Paz G, Maia M, Santiago F, Lima V, Miranda H.

J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2014 Oct;54(5):575-80.

PMID: 25270777 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Comparison of the electromyographic activity of the anterior trunk during the execution of two Pilates exercises – teaser and longspine – for healthy people.

Dias JM, Menacho Mde O, Mazuquin BF, Obara K, Mostagi FQ, Lima TB, Moura FA, Abrão T, Iversen MD, Cardoso JR.

J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2014 Oct;24(5):689-97. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2014.06.005. Epub 2014 Jun 30.

PMID: 25048643 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of a 12-week Pilates course on lower limb muscle strength and trunk flexibility in women living in the community.

Kao YH, Liou TH, Huang YC, Tsai YW, Wang KM.

Health Care Women Int. 2015;36(3):303-19. doi: 10.1080/07399332.2014.900062. Epub 2014 Apr 22.

PMID: 24611630 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

An Analysis of Muscle Activities of Healthy Women during Pilates Exercises in a Prone Position.

Kim BI, Jung JH, Shim J, Kwon HY, Kim H.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2014 Jan;26(1):77-9. doi: 10.1589/jpts.26.77. Epub 2014 Feb 6.

PMID: 24567680 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Antagonist coactivation of trunk stabilizer muscles during Pilates exercises.

Rossi DM, Morcelli MH, Marques NR, Hallal CZ, Gonçalves M, Laroche DP, Navega MT.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Jan;18(1):34-41. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.04.006. Epub 2013 May 15.

PMID: 24411147 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The electromyographic activity of the multifidus muscles during the execution of two pilates exercises–swan dive and breast stroke–for healthy people.

de Oliveira Menacho M, Silva MF, Obara K, Mostagi FQ, Dias JM, Lima TB, Abrão T, Cardoso JR.

J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2013 Jun;36(5):319-26. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2013.05.005.

PMID: 23829883 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

EMG activity of trunk stabilizer muscles during Centering Principle of Pilates Method.

Marques NR, Morcelli MH, Hallal CZ, Gonçalves M.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2013 Apr;17(2):185-91. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2012.06.002. Epub 2012 Jul 2.

PMID: 23561865 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Marked effects of Pilates on the abdominal muscles: a longitudinal magnetic resonance imaging study.

Dorado C, Calbet JA, Lopez-Gordillo A, Alayon S, Sanchis-Moysi J.

Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2012 Aug;44(8):1589-94. doi: 10.1249/MSS.0b013e31824fb6ae.

PMID: 22357302 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Assessment of resistance torque and resultant muscular force during Pilates hip extension exercise and its implications to prescription and progression.

Melo MO, Gomes LE, Silva YO, Bonezi A, Loss JF.

Rev Bras Fisioter. 2011 Jan-Feb;15(1):23-30.

PMID: 21519714 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free Article

Electromyographic effect of mat Pilates exercise on the back muscle activity of healthy adult females.

Menacho MO, Obara K, Conceição JS, Chitolina ML, Krantz DR, da Silva RA, Cardoso JR.

J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2010 Nov-Dec;33(9):672-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2010.08.012. Epub 2010 Oct 14.

PMID: 21109058 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of pilates mat exercises and conventional exercise programmes on transversus abdominis and obliquus internus abdominis activity: pilot randomised trial.

Critchley DJ, Pierson Z, Battersby G.

Man Ther. 2011 Apr;16(2):183-9. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2010.10.007. Epub 2010 Nov 12.

PMID: 21075038 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Muscle activation during four Pilates core stability exercises in quadruped position.

Queiroz BC, Cagliari MF, Amorim CF, Sacco IC.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2010 Jan;91(1):86-92. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2009.09.016.

PMID: 20103401 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates. Strength for your core and more.

[No authors listed]

Mayo Clin Womens Healthsource. 2009 Jun;13(6):7. No abstract available.

PMID: 19415048 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Transversus abdominis and obliquus internus activity during pilates exercises: measurement with ultrasound scanning.

Endleman I, Critchley DJ.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2008 Nov;89(11):2205-12. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2008.04.025.

PMID: 18996251 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates for Neurological and Cognitive Effects Research

Impact of Pilates Exercise in Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Duff WRD, Andrushko JW, Renshaw DW, Chilibeck PD, Farthing JP, Danielson J, Evans CD.

Int J MS Care. 2018 Mar-Apr;20(2):92-100. doi: 10.7224/1537-2073.2017-066.

PMID: 29670495 Free PMC Article

Pilates intervention: Exercises in the standing position on the CoreAlign apparatus and floor mat work. A detailed curriculum of the Pilates program is available from the authors on request. ​

Influence of pilates training on the quality of life of chronic stroke patients.

Yun SM, Park SK, Lim HS.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2017 Oct;29(10):1830-1835. doi: 10.1589/jpts.29.1830. Epub 2017 Oct 21.

The effects of Mat Pilates and Reformer Pilates in patients with Multiple Sclerosis: A randomized controlled study.

Bulguroglu I, Guclu-Gunduz A, Yazici G, Ozkul C, Irkec C, Nazliel B, Batur-Caglayan HZ.

NeuroRehabilitation. 2017;41(2):413-422. doi: 10.3233/NRE-162121.

Feasibility and Efficacy of Mat Pilates on People with Mild-to-Moderate Parkinson’s Disease: A Preliminary Study.

Cancela JM, Mollinedo-Cardalda I, Ayán C, Machado de Oliveira I.

Rejuvenation Res. 2017 Sep 14. doi: 10.1089/rej.2017.1969. [Epub ahead of print]

Effects of feedback-based balance and core resistance training vs. Pilates training on cognitive functions in older women with mild cognitive impairment: a pilot randomized controlled trial.

Greblo Jurakic Z, Krizanic V, Sarabon N, Markovic G.

Aging Clin Exp Res. 2017 Dec;29(6):1295-1298. doi: 10.1007/s40520-017-0740-9. Epub 2017 Mar 1.

Different types of exercise in Multiple Sclerosis: Aerobic exercise or Pilates, a single-blind clinical study.

Kara B, Küçük F, Poyraz EC, Tomruk MS, İdıman E.

J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2017;30(3):565-573. doi: 10.3233/BMR-150515.

PMID: 27911284 [PubMed – in process]

Effects of 8 weeks of mat-based Pilates exercise on gait in chronic stroke patients.

Roh S, Gil HJ, Yoon S.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Sep;28(9):2615-2619. Epub 2016 Sep 29.

PMID: 27799706 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effects of Pilates exercises on sensory interaction, postural control and fatigue in patients with multiple sclerosis.

Soysal Tomruk M, Uz MZ, Kara B, İdiman E.

Mult Scler Relat Disord. 2016 May;7:70-3. doi: 10.1016/j.msard.2016.03.008. Epub 2016 Mar 22.

PMID: 27237762 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Improvements in cognition, quality of life, and physical performance with clinical Pilates in multiple sclerosis: a randomized controlled trial.

Küçük F, Kara B, Poyraz EÇ, İdiman E.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Mar;28(3):761-8. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.761. Epub 2016 Mar 31.

PMID: 27134355 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effects of Pilates-Based Core Stability Training in Ambulant People With Multiple Sclerosis: Multicenter, Assessor-Blinded, Randomized Controlled Trial.

Fox EE, Hough AD, Creanor S, Gear M, Freeman JA.

Phys Ther. 2016 Aug;96(8):1170-8. doi: 10.2522/ptj.20150166. Epub 2016 Feb 18.

PMID: 26893507 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates improves lower limbs strength and postural control during quite standing in a child with hemiparetic cerebral palsy: A case report study.

Dos Santos AN, Serikawa SS, Rocha NA.

Dev Neurorehabil. 2016 Aug;19(4):226-30. doi: 10.3109/17518423.2014.947040. Epub 2014 Sep 2.

PMID: 25181421 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Feasibility and outcomes of a classical Pilates program on lower extremity strength, posture, balance, gait, and quality of life in someone with impairments due to a stroke.

Shea S, Moriello G.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Jul;18(3):332-60. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.11.017. Epub 2013 Dec 1.

PMID: 25042304 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates for people with multiple sclerosis who use a wheelchair: feasibility, efficacy and participant experiences.

van der Linden ML, Bulley C, Geneen LJ, Hooper JE, Cowan P, Mercer TH.

Disabil Rehabil. 2014;36(11):932-9. doi: 10.3109/09638288.2013.824035. Epub 2013 Aug 19.

PMID: 23957639 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of Pilates training on alpha rhythm.

Bian Z, Sun H, Lu C, Yao L, Chen S, Li X.

Comput Math Methods Med. 2013;2013:295986. doi: 10.1155/2013/295986. Epub 2013 Jun 19.

PMID: 23861723 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

A comparison of 12 weeks of pilates and aquatic training on the dynamic balance of women with mulitple sclerosis.

Marandi SM, Nejad VS, Shanazari Z, Zolaktaf V.

Int J Prev Med. 2013 Apr;4(Suppl 1):S110-7.

PMID: 23717760 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Pilates based core stability training in ambulant individuals with multiple sclerosis: protocol for a multi-centre randomised controlled trial.

Freeman J, Fox E, Gear M, Hough A.

BMC Neurol. 2012 Apr 5;12:19. doi: 10.1186/1471-2377-12-19.

PMID: 22480437 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

Neurodynamics for Pilates teachers.

McNeill W.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2012 Jul;16(3):353-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2012.04.013. Epub 2012 May 26. No abstract available.

PMID: 22703746 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of calisthenics and Pilates exercises on coordination and proprioception in adult women: a randomized controlled trial.

Ozer Kaya D, Duzgun I, Baltaci G, Karacan S, Colakoglu F.

J Sport Rehabil. 2012 Aug;21(3):235-43. Epub 2011 Nov 16.

PMID: 22104298 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates for Oncological, Lymphatic, Immune and Renal Issues Research

Pilates for breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Espíndula RC, Nadas GB, Rosa MID, Foster C, Araújo FC, Grande AJ.

Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992). 2017 Nov;63(11):1006-1012. doi: 10.1590/1806-9282.63.11.1006.

PMID:29451666 Free Article

Effects of Clinical Pilates Exercises on Patients Developing Lymphedema after Breast Cancer Treatment: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Şener HÖ, Malkoç M, Ergin G, Karadibak D, Yavuzşen T.

J Breast Health. 2017 Jan 1;13(1):16-22. doi: 10.5152/tjbh.2016.3136. eCollection 2017 Jan.

PMID: 28331763 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effects of Pilates exercise on general health of hemodialysis patients.

Rahimimoghadam Z, Rahemi Z, Mirbagher Ajorpaz N, Sadat Z.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Jan;21(1):86-92. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.05.012. Epub 2016 Jun 3.

PMID: 28167196 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of Pilates Exercise on Salivary Secretory Immunoglobulin A Levels in Older Women.

Hwang Y, Park J, Lim K.

J Aging Phys Act. 2016 Jul;24(3):399-406. doi: 10.1123/japa.2015-0005. Epub 2015 Dec 14.

PMID: 26671906 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effects of pilates exercise on lipid metabolism and inflammatory cytokines mRNA expression in female undergraduates.

Kim HJ, Kim J, Kim CS.

J Exerc Nutrition Biochem. 2014 Sep;18(3):267-75. doi: 10.5717/jenb.2014.18.3.267. Epub 2014 Sep 17.

PMID: 25566463 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Pilates exercises improve low back pain and quality of life in patients with HTLV-1 virus: a randomized crossover clinical trial.

Borges J, Baptista AF, Santana N, Souza I, Kruschewsky RA, Galvão-Castro B, Sá KN.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Jan;18(1):68-74. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.05.010. Epub 2013 Jun 5.

PMID: 24411152 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates for breast cancer survivors.

Stan DL, Rausch SM, Sundt K, Cheville AL, Youdas JW, Krause DA, Boughey JC, Walsh MF, Cha SS, Pruthi S.

Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2012 Apr;16(2):131-41. doi: 10.1188/12.CJON.131-141.

PMID: 22459522 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of pilates training on people with fibromyalgia syndrome: a pilot study.

Altan L, Korkmaz N, Bingol U, Gunay B.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2009 Dec;90(12):1983-8. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2009.06.021.

PMID: 19969158 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of Pilates exercises on shoulder range of motion, pain, mood, and upper-extremity function in women living with breast cancer: a pilot study.

Keays KS, Harris SR, Lucyshyn JM, MacIntyre DL.

Phys Ther. 2008 Apr;88(4):494-510. doi: 10.2522/ptj.20070099. Epub 2008 Jan 24.

PMID: 18218823 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Posture, Movement and Mobility/Flexibility Research

The Pilates client on the hypermobility spectrum.

McNeill W Dip. Phyty. (NZ) MCSP, Jones S Pilates Teacher (Comprehensive), CYQ Level 3, PPG, IPTA, Barton S P.F. (Comprehensive), CYQ Level 3.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2018 Jan;22(1):209-216. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.12.013. Epub 2017 Dec 15. No abstract available.

Pilates intervention: Not specified. Examples given are clinical Pilates.

Examining the postural awareness and flexibility changes in physical therapy students who took clinical Pilates class.

Atilgan E, Tarakci D, Mutluay F.

Pak J Med Sci. 2017 May-Jun;33(3):640-644. doi: 10.12669/pjms.333.12808.

PMID: 28811786 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Comparison between static stretching and the Pilates method on the flexibility of older women.

Oliveira LC, Oliveira RG, Pires-Oliveira DA.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2016 Oct;20(4):800-806. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.01.008. Epub 2016 Feb 3.

PMID: 27814860 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Can a pilates exercise program be effective on balance, flexibility and muscle endurance? A randomized controlled trial.

Kibar S, Yardimci FÖ, Evcik D, Ay S, Alhan A, Manço M, Ergin ES.

J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2016 Oct;56(10):1139-1146. Epub 2015 Oct 16.

Clinical effectiveness of a Pilates treatment for forward head posture.

Lee SM, Lee CH, O’Sullivan D, Jung JH, Park JJ.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Jul;28(7):2009-13. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.2009. Epub 2016 Jul 29.

PMID: 27512253 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effects of 8-week Pilates exercise program on menopausal symptoms and lumbar strength and flexibility in postmenopausal women.

Lee H, Caguicla JM, Park S, Kwak DJ, Won DY, Park Y, Kim J, Kim M.

J Exerc Rehabil. 2016 Jun 30;12(3):247-51. doi: 10.12965/jer.1632630.315. eCollection 2016 Jun.

PMID: 27419122 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effect of mat pilates exercise on postural alignment and body composition of middle-aged women.

Lee HT, Oh HO, Han HS, Jin KY, Roh HL.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Jun;28(6):1691-5. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.1691. Epub 2016 Jun 28.

PMID: 27390396 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effectiveness of Pilates exercise: A quality evaluation and summary of systematic reviews based on randomized controlled trials.

Kamioka H, Tsutani K, Katsumata Y, Yoshizaki T, Okuizumi H, Okada S, Park SJ, Kitayuguchi J, Abe T, Mutoh Y.

Complement Ther Med. 2016 Apr;25:1-19. doi: 10.1016/j.ctim.2015.12.018. Epub 2016 Jan 4. Review.

PMID: 27062942 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of a physical training program using the Pilates method on flexibility in elderly subjects.

Geremia JM, Iskiewicz MM, Marschner RA, Lehnen TE, Lehnen AM.

Age (Dordr). 2015 Dec;37(6):119. doi: 10.1007/s11357-015-9856-z. Epub 2015 Nov 17.

PMID: 26578459 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

[THE EFFECTS OF THE PILATES METHOD ON HAMSTRING EXTENSIBILITY, PELVIC TILT AND TRUNK FLEXION].

Vaquero-Cristóbal R, López-Miñarro PA, Alacid Cárceles F, Esparza-Ros F.

Nutr Hosp. 2015 Nov 1;32(5):1967-86. doi: 10.3305/nh.2015.32.5.9678. Review. Spanish.

PMID: 26545650 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free Article

Does pilates-based exercise improve postural alignment in adult women?

Cruz-Ferreira A, Fernandes J, Kuo YL, Bernardo LM, Fernandes O, Laranjo L, Silva A.

Women Health. 2013;53(6):597-611. doi: 10.1080/03630242.2013.817505.

PMID: 23937731 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of pilates training on lumbo-pelvic stability and flexibility.

Phrompaet S, Paungmali A, Pirunsan U, Sitilertpisan P.

Asian J Sports Med. 2011 Mar;2(1):16-22.

PMID: 22375213 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Pilates for improvement of muscle endurance, flexibility, balance, and posture.

Kloubec JA.

J Strength Cond Res. 2010 Mar;24(3):661-7. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e3181c277a6.

PMID: 20145572 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effects of a Pilates training program on arm-trunk posture and movement.

Emery K, De Serres SJ, McMillan A, Côté JN.

Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon). 2010 Feb;25(2):124-30. doi: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2009.10.003. Epub 2009 Oct 30.

PMID: 19879677 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Sagittal spinal posture after Pilates-based exercise in healthy older adults.

Kuo YL, Tully EA, Galea MP.

Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2009 May 1;34(10):1046-51. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0b013e31819c11f8.

PMID: 19404180 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Altered motor control, posture and the Pilates method of exercise prescription.

Curnow D, Cobbin D, Wyndham J, Boris Choy ST.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2009 Jan;13(1):104-11. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2008.06.013. Epub 2008 Aug 6.

PMID: 19118799 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The effect of pilates exercise on trunk and postural stability and throwing velocity in college baseball pitchers: single subject design.

English T, Howe K.

N Am J Sports Phys Ther. 2007 Feb;2(1):8-21.

PMID: 21522199 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

The effects of Pilates training on flexibility and body composition: an observational study.

Segal NA, Hein J, Basford JR.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2004 Dec;85(12):1977-81.

PMID: 15605336 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates & Psychological Effects, Quality of Life, and Sleep Research

The effects of pilates on mental health outcomes: A meta-analysis of controlled trials.

Fleming KM, Herring MP.

Complement Ther Med. 2018 Apr;37:80-95. doi: 10.1016/j.ctim.2018.02.003. Epub 2018 Feb 13.

PMID: 29609943

Pilates intervention: n/a (meta analysis)

PILATES (Physical Activity and Diet Survey): An Italian Self-Administered Questionnaire Evaluating Diet Habits of Gym-Goers. Validation Process.

Gianfredi V, Nucci D, Ceccarelli F, Villarini M, Moretti M.

J Diet Suppl. 2018 Apr 19:1-11. doi: 10.1080/19390211.2018.1456501. [Epub ahead of print]

PMID: 29672181

Pilates intervention: n/a ​

Effects of 16-weeks of Pilates on health perception and sleep quality among elderly women.

Curi VS, Vilaça J, Haas AN, Fernandes HM.

Arch Gerontol Geriatr. 2018 Jan;74:118-122. doi: 10.1016/j.archger.2017.10.012.

Pilates intervention: Progressions towards: Pre-Pilates, The Hundred, Roll Up, Rolling Like a Ball, Abdominal Series, Spine Stretch Forward, Open Leg Rocker, Corkscrew, Saw, Single Leg Kicks, Double Leg Kicks, Sidekicks, Teaser, Seal.

The Wall, Arm series with weights

Pilates and aerobic training improve levels of depression, anxiety and quality of life in overweight and obese individuals.

Vancini RL, Rayes ABR, Lira CAB, Sarro KJ, Andrade MS.

Arq Neuropsiquiatr. 2017 Dec;75(12):850-857. doi: 10.1590/0004-282X20170149.

Effects of 16-weeks of Pilates on health perception and sleep quality among elderly women.

Curi VS, Vilaça J, Haas AN, Fernandes HM.

Arch Gerontol Geriatr. 2018 Jan;74:118-122. doi: 10.1016/j.archger.2017.10.012.

PMID: 29096225 [PubMed – in process]

Comparison of the Effect of Acupressure and Pilates-Based Exercises on Sleep Quality of Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Ahmadinezhad M, Kargar M, Vizeshfar F, Hadianfard MJ.

Iran J Nurs Midwifery Res. 2017 Mar-Apr;22(2):140-146. doi: 10.4103/1735-9066.205954.

PMID: 28584553 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effect of a 16-week Pilates exercise program on the ego resiliency and depression in elderly women.

Roh SY.

J Exerc Rehabil. 2016 Oct 31;12(5):494-498. eCollection 2016 Oct.

PMID: 27807531 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Effects of Pilates and trunk strengthening exercises on health-related quality of life in women with chronic low back pain.

Kofotolis N, Kellis E, Vlachopoulos SP, Gouitas I, Theodorakis Y.

J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2016 Nov 21;29(4):649-659.

PMID: 26922845 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Impact of the clinical Pilates exercises and verbal education on exercise beliefs and psychosocial factors in healthy women.

Küçük F, Livanelioglu A.

J Phys Ther Sci. 2015 Nov;27(11):3437-43. doi: 10.1589/jpts.27.3437. Epub 2015 Nov 30.

PMID: 26696715 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Does pilates exercise increase physical activity, quality of life, latency, and sleep quantity in middle-aged people?

García-Soidán JL, Giraldez VA, Cachón Zagalaz J, Lara-Sánchez AJ.

Percept Mot Skills. 2014 Dec;119(3):838-50. doi: 10.2466/29.25.PMS.119c30z9.

PMID: 25456245 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

The influence of Pilates method in quality of life of practitioners.

Vieira FT, Faria LM, Wittmann JI, Teixeira W, Nogueira LA.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2013 Oct;17(4):483-7. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.03.006. Epub 2013 May 2.

PMID: 24139007 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of Pilates exercises on health-related quality of life in individuals with juvenile idiopathic arthritis.

Mendonça TM, Terreri MT, Silva CH, Neto MB, Pinto RM, Natour J, Len CA.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2013 Nov;94(11):2093-102. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2013.05.026. Epub 2013 Jun 24.

PMID: 23806610 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of Pilates on sleep quality and quality of life of sedentary population.

Leopoldino AA, Avelar NC, Passos GB Jr, Santana NÁ Jr, Teixeira VP Jr, de Lima VP, de Melo Vitorino DF.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2013 Jan;17(1):5-10. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2012.10.001. Epub 2012 Nov 20.

PMID: 23294677 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effects of Pilates-based exercise on life satisfaction, physical self-concept and health status in adult women.

Cruz-Ferreira A, Fernandes J, Gomes D, Bernardo LM, Kirkcaldy BD, Barbosa TM, Silva A.

Women Health. 2011 May;51(3):240-55. doi: 10.1080/03630242.2011.563417.

PMID: 21547860 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Yoga and Pilates: associations with body image and disordered-eating behaviors in a population-based sample of young adults.

Neumark-Sztainer D, Eisenberg ME, Wall M, Loth KA.

Int J Eat Disord. 2011 Apr;44(3):276-80. doi: 10.1002/eat.20858. Epub 2010 Sep 22.

PMID: 20862694 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

Pilates for pain management.

Merrithew M.

Rehab Manag. 2009 Mar;22(2):24, 26-7. No abstract available.

PMID: 19419112 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect of Pilates and taiji quan training on self-efficacy, sleep quality, mood, and physical performance of college students.

Caldwell K, Harrison M, Adams M, Triplett NT.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2009 Apr;13(2):155-63. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2007.12.001. Epub 2008 Feb 20.

PMID: 19329051 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilate Assessing and Teaching, Pilates General Research

Is Pilates an effective rehabilitation tool? A systematic review.

Byrnes K, Wu PJ, Whillier S.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2018 Jan;22(1):192-202. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.04.008. Epub 2017 Apr 26. Review.

Pilates intervention: several types listed as this is a systematic review.

Participation trends in holistic movement practices: a 10-year comparison of yoga/Pilates and t’ai chi/qigong use among a national sample of 195,926 Australians.

Vergeer I, Bennie JA, Charity MJ, Harvey JT, van Uffelen JGZ, Biddle SJH, Eime RM.

BMC Complement Altern Med. 2017 Jun 6;17(1):296. doi: 10.1186/s12906-017-1800-6.

PMID: 28587599 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free PMC Article

An exploration of implications for the development of Pilates instructor system through identification of instructors’ difficulties.

Roh SY.

J Exerc Rehabil. 2016 Aug 31;12(4):355-62. doi: 10.12965/jer.1632664.332. eCollection 2016 Aug.

PMID: 27656634 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Interrater reliability of a Pilates movement-based classification system.

Yu KK, Tulloch E, Hendrick P.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jan;19(1):160-76. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2014.08.009. Epub 2014 Sep 9.

PMID: 25603756 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates, Mindfulness and Somatic Education.

Caldwell K, Adams M, Quin R, Harrison M, Greeson J.

J Dance Somat Pract. 2013 Dec 1;5(2):141-153.

PMID: 25328542 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Are movement screens relevant for Pilates, circus or dance?

McNeill W.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Jul;18(3):469-76. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2014.05.007. Epub 2014 May 28. No abstract available.

PMID: 25042324 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

An instrumented footbar for evaluating external forces in Pilates.

Brodt GA, Cantergi D, Gertz LC, Loss JF.

J Appl Biomech. 2014 Jun;30(3):483-90. doi: 10.1123/jab.2013-0167. Epub 2014 Mar 4.

PMID: 24603558 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates: ranging beyond neutral–a practical discussion.

McNeill W.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Jan;18(1):124-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.11.013. Epub 2013 Nov 15.

PMID: 24411160 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates: ranging beyond neutral.

McNeill W.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Jan;18(1):119-23. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.11.012. Epub 2013 Nov 20. No abstract available.

PMID: 24411159 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates: applying progression and goal achievement.

McNeill W, Blandford L.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2013 Jul;17(3):371-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.05.004. Epub 2013 Jun 4. No abstract available.

PMID: 23768284 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

DMA Clinical Pilates Directional-Bias Assessment: Reliability and Predictive Validity.

Tulloch E, Phillips C, Sole G, Carman A, Abbott JH.

J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2012 Aug;42(8):676-87. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2012.3790. Epub 2012 Jul 31.

PMID: 22951921 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Defining Pilates exercise: a systematic review.

Wells C, Kolt GS, Bialocerkowski A.

Complement Ther Med. 2012 Aug;20(4):253-62. doi: 10.1016/j.ctim.2012.02.005. Epub 2012 Mar 13. Review.

PMID: 22579438 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates: practical thoughts on release or recruit?

Barton S, McNeill W.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2012 Jan;16(1):104-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2011.10.005. Epub 2011 Nov 25. No abstract available.

PMID: 22196435 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Images in clinical medicine. Disappearance of a breast prosthesis during Pilates.

Fong TC, Hoffmann B.

N Engl J Med. 2011 Dec 15;365(24):2305. doi: 10.1056/NEJMicm1102594. No abstract available.

PMID: 22168645 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE] Free Article

Pilates and yoga: holistic practices that are perfect together.

Jackson C.

Holist Nurs Pract. 2011 Sep-Oct;25(5):225-30. doi: 10.1097/HNP.0b013e31822a8e50. No abstract available.

PMID: 21832925 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates: what is it? Should it be used in rehabilitation?

Di Lorenzo CE.

Sports Health. 2011 Jul;3(4):352-61.

PMID: 23016028 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Pilates: how does it work and who needs it?

Kloubec J.

Muscles Ligaments Tendons J. 2011 Dec 29;1(2):61-6. Print 2011 Apr.

PMID: 23738249 [PubMed] Free PMC Article

Decision making in Pilates.

McNeill W.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2011 Jan;15(1):103-7. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2010.10.003. Epub 2010 Nov 24. No abstract available.

PMID: 21147425 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates fitness continuum: post-rehabilitation and prevention Pilates fitness programs.

Dunleavy K.

Rehab Manag. 2010 Oct;23(9):10, 12-5. No abstract available.

PMID: 20942373 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Living AnatoME: Teaching and learning musculoskeletal anatomy through yoga and pilates.

McCulloch C, Marango SP, Friedman ES, Laitman JT.

Anat Sci Educ. 2010 Nov-Dec;3(6):279-86. doi: 10.1002/ase.181. Epub 2010 Oct 1.

PMID: 20890950 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Fitting Pilates into a rehabilitation practice.

Anderson B.

Rehab Manag. 2010 Jun;23(5):24, 26-7. No abstract available.

PMID: 20527630 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates: an adjunct to a PT’s practice.

Ickes DM.

Rehab Manag. 2009 Jun;22(5):32-3. No abstract available.

PMID: 19637680 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Effect on performance of learning a pilates skill with or without a mirror.

Lynch JA, Chalmers GR, Knutzen KM, Martin LT.

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2009 Jul;13(3):283-90. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2008.09.003. Epub 2008 Nov 22.

PMID: 19524854 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates: a fitness tool that transcends the ages.

Kopitzke R.

Rehab Manag. 2007 Jul;20(6):28, 30-1. No abstract available.

PMID: 17629219 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Pilates to pit.

Shand D.

Lancet. 2004 Apr 24;363(9418):1340. No abstract available.

PMID: 15110489 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Exercise. Pilates incorporates mind and body.

[No authors listed]

Harv Womens Health Watch. 2000 Feb;7(6):6. No abstract available.

PMID: 10637031 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Conditioning by Pilates.

[No authors listed]

Harv Womens Health Watch. 1999 Jan;6(5):7. No abstract available.

PMID: 9916575 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Aladro-Gonzalvo, A. R., Machado-Dìaz, M., Moncada-Jiménez, J., Hernández-Elizondo, J., & Araya-Vargas, G. (2012). The effect of Pilates exercises on body composition: A systematic review. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 16(1), 109-114.

» View abstract

Aladro-Gonzalvo, A. R., Araya-Vargas, G. A., Machado-Dìaz, M., & Salazar-Rojas, W. (2013). Pilates-based exercise for persistent, non-specific low back pain and associated functional disability: A meta-analysis with meta-regression. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 17(1), 125-136.

» View abstract

Altan, L., Korkmaz, N., Bingol, Ü., & Gunay, B. (2009). Effect of pilates training on people with fibromyalgia syndrome: a pilot study. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 90(12), 1983-1988.

» View abstract

Alves de Araújo, M. E., Bezerra da Silva, E., Bragade Mello, D., Cader, S. A., Shiguemi Inoue Salgado, A., & Dantas, E. H. M. (2012). The effectiveness of the Pilates method: Reducing the degree of non-structural scoliosis, and improving flexibility and pain in female college students. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 16(2), 191-198.

» View abstract

Carvalho Barbosa, A. W., Martins, F. L. M., Vitorino, D. F. D. M., & Almeida Barbosa, M. C. S. (2013). Immediate electromyographic changes of the biceps brachii and upper rectus abdominis muscles due to the Pilates centring technique. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 17(3), 385-390.

» View abstract

Betz, S.R. (2005). Modifying pilates for clients with osteoporosis. IDEA Fitness Journal 2(4), 46-55.

» View abstract and full text

Bird, M. L., Hill, K. D., & Fell, J. W. (2012). A randomized controlled study investigating static and dynamic balance in older adults after training with Pilates. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 93(1), 43-49.

» View abstract

Bird, M. L., & Fell, J. (2013). Pilates exercise has positive long term effects on the aged-related decline in balance and strength in older, community dwelling men and women. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity..

» View abstract

Blum, C. L. (2002). Chiropractic and pilates therapy for the treatment of adult scoliosis. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 25(4), E1-E8.

» View abstract

Borges, J., Baptista, A. F., Santana, N., Souza, I., Kruschewsky, R. A., Galvão-Castro, B., & Sá, K. N. (2014). Pilates exercises improve low back pain and quality of life in patients with HTLV-1 virus: A randomized crossover clinical trial. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 18(1), 68-74.

» View abstract

Cruz-Ferreira, A., Fernandes, J., Laranjo, L., Bernardo, L. M., & Silva, A. (2011). A systematic review of the effects of pilates method of exercise in healthy people. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 92(12), 2071-2081.

» View abstract

Cruz-Ferreira, A., Fernandes, J., Kuo, Y. L., Bernardo, L. M., Fernandes, O., Laranjo, L., & Silva, A. (2013). Does pilates-based exercise improve postural alignment in adult women? Women & Health, 53(6), 597-611.

» View abstract

Culligan, P. J., Scherer, J., Dyer, K., Priestley, J. L., Guingon-White, G., Delvecchio, D., & Vangeli, M. (2010). A randomized clinical trial comparing pelvic floor muscle training to a Pilates exercise program for improving pelvic muscle strength. International Urogynecology Journal, 21(4), 401-408.

» View abstract

Curnow, D., Cobbin, D., Wyndham, J., & Boris Choy, S. T. (2009). Altered motor control, posture and the Pilates method of exercise prescription. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 13(1), 104-111.

» View abstract

da Fonseca, J. L., Magini, M., & de Freitas, T. H. (2009). Laboratory gait analysis in patients with low back pain before and after a pilates intervention. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation, 18(2), 269-282.

» View abstract

da Luz, M. A., Costa, L. O. P., Fuhro, F. F., Manzoni, A. C. T., Oliveira, N. T. B., & Cabral, C. M. N. (2014). Effectiveness of mat Pilates or equipment-based Pilates exercises in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain: A randomized controlled trial. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 14, 16.

» View abstract and full text

Donzelli, S., Di Domenica, E., Cova, A.M., Galletti, R., Giunta, N. (2006). Two different techniques in the rehabilitation treatment of low back pain: a randomized controlled trial. European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (Europa Medicophysica), 42(3), 205-210.

» View abstract and full text

Dorado, C., Calbet, J. A., Lopez-Gordillo, A., Alayon, S., & Sanchis-Moysi, J. (2012). Marked effects of Pilates on the abdominal muscles: a longitudinal magnetic resonance imaging study. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 44(8), 1589-1594.

» View abstract

Emery, K., De Serres, S. J., McMillan, A., & Côté, J. N. (2010). The effects of a Pilates training program on arm–trunk posture and movement. Clinical Biomechanics, 25(2), 124-130.

» View abstract

Endleman, I., & Critchley, D. J. (2008). Transversus abdominis and obliquus internus activity during pilates exercises: measurement with ultrasound scanning. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 89(11), 2205-2212.

» View abstract

English, T., & Howe, K. (2007). The effect of pilates exercise on trunk and postural stability and throwing velocity in college baseball pitchers: single subject design. North American Journal of Sports Physical Therapy: NAJSPT, 2(1), 8.

» View abstract and full text

Freeman, J., Fox, E., Gear, M., & Hough, A. (2012). Pilates based core stability training in ambulant individuals with multiple sclerosis: protocol for a multi-centre randomised controlled trial. BMC Neurology, 12(1), 19.

» View abstract and full text

Guclu-Gunduz, A., Citaker, S., Irkec, C., Nazliel, B., & Batur-Caglayan, H. Z. (2013). The effects of pilates on balance, mobility and strength in patients with multiple sclerosis. NeuroRehabilitation..

» View abstract

Guimarães, G. V., Carvalho, V. O., Bocchi, E. A., & d’Avila, V. M. (2012). Pilates in heart failure patients: a randomized controlled pilot trial. Cardiovascular Therapeutics, 30(6), 351-356.

» View abstract

Herrington, L. & Davies, R. (2005). The influence of pilates training on the ability to contract the transversus abdominis muscle in asymptomatic individuals. Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies 9((1), 52-57.

» View abstract

Hyun, J., Hwangbo, K., & Lee, C. W. (2014). The effects of Pilates mat exercise on the balance ability of elderly females. Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 26(2), 291.

» View abstract and full text

Irez, G. B., Ozdemir, R. A., Evin, R., Irez, S. G., & Korkusuz, F. (2011). Integrating Pilates exercise into an exercise program for 65+ year-old women to reduce falls. Journal of Sports Science & Medicine, 10(1), 105.

» View abstract and full text

Jago, R., Jonker, M. L., Missaghian, M., & Baranowski, T. (2006). Effect of 4 weeks of Pilates on the body composition of young girls. Preventive Medicine, 42(3), 177-180.

» View abstract

Keays, K. S., Harris, S. R., Lucyshyn, J. M., & MacIntyre, D. L. (2008). Effects of Pilates exercises on shoulder range of motion, pain, mood, and upper-extremity function in women living with breast cancer: a pilot study. Physical Therapy, 88(4), 494-510.

» View abstract and full text

Kim, B. I., Jung, J. H., Shim, J., Kwon, H. Y., & Kim, H. (2014). An analysis of muscle activities of healthy women during Pilates exercises in a prone position. Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 26(1), 77.

» View abstract and full text

Kloubec, J. A. (2010). Pilates for improvement of muscle endurance, flexibility, balance, and posture. Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, 24(3), 661-667.

» View abstract

Kuo, Y. L., Tully, E. A., & Galea, M. P. (2009). Sagittal spinal posture after Pilates-based exercise in healthy older adults. Spine, 34(10), 1046-1051.

» View abstract

La Touche, R., Escalante, K., & Linares, M. T. (2008). Treating non-specific chronic low back pain through the Pilates method. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 12(4), 364-370.

» View abstract

Levine, B., Kaplanek, B., & Jaffe, W. L. (2009). Pilates training for use in rehabilitation after total hip and knee arthroplasty: a preliminary report. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research®, 467(6), 1468-1475.

» View abstract and full text

Lim, E. C., Poh, R. L., Low, A. Y., & Wong, W. P. (2011). Effects of Pilates-based exercises on pain and disability in individuals with persistent nonspecific low back pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis. The Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy 41(2), 70.

» View abstract

Mallin, G., & Murphy, S. (2013). The effectiveness of a 6-week Pilates programme on outcome measures in a population of chronic neck pain patients: A pilot study. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 17(3), 376-384.

» View abstract

Marandi, S. M., Nejad, V. S., Shanazari, Z., & Zolaktaf, V. (2013). A comparison of 12 Weeks of Pilates and aquatic training on the dynamic balance of women with multiple sclerosis. International Journal of Preventive Medicine, 4(Suppl 1), S110.

» View abstract and full text

Marques, N. R., Morcelli, M. H., Hallal, C. Z., & Gonçalves, M. (2013). EMG activity of trunk stabilizer muscles during centering principle of Pilates method. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 17(2), 185-191.

» View abstract

Marshall, P. W., Kennedy, S., Brooks, C., & Lonsdale, C. (2013). Pilates exercise or stationary cycling for chronic nonspecific low back pain: Does it matter? A randomized controlled trial with 6-month follow-up. Spine, 38(15), E952-E959.

» View abstract

Menacho, M. D. O., Silva, M. F., Obara, K., Mostagi, F. Q. R. C., Dias, J. M., Lima, T. B., … & Cardoso, J. R. (2013). The electromyographic activity of the multifidus muscles during the execution of two Pilates exercises—Swan Dive and Breast Stroke—for healthy people. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 36(5), 319-326.

» View abstract

Menacho, M. O., Obara, K., Conceição, J. S., Chitolina, M. L., Krantz, D. R., da Silva, R. A., & Cardoso, J. R. (2010). Electromyographic effect of mat Pilates exercise on the back muscle activity of healthy adult females. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 33(9), 672-678.

» View abstract

Miyamoto, G. C., Costa, L. O., Galvanin, T., & Cabral, C.M. (2013). Efficacy of the addition of modified Pilates exercises to a minimal intervention in patients with chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled trial. Physical Therapy, 93(3), 310-320.

» View abstract and full text

Miyamoto, G. C., Costa, L. O., Galvanin, T., & Cabral, C. (2011). The efficacy of the addition of the Pilates method over a minimal intervention in the treatment of chronic nonspecific low back pain: a study protocol of a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, 10(4), 248-254.

» View abstract and full text

Miyamoto, G.C., Costa, L.O., Cabral, C.M. (2013). Efficacy of the Pilates method for pain and disability in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy, 17(6), 517-532.

» View abstract and full text

Newell, D., Shead, V., & Sloane, L. (2012). Changes in gait and balance parameters in elderly subjects attending an 8-week supervised Pilates programme. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 16(4), 549-554.

» View abstract

Notarnicola, A., Fischetti, F., Maccagnano, G., Comes, R., Tafuri, S., & Moretti, B. (2013). Daily pilates exercise or inactivity for patients with low back pain: a clinical prospective observational study. European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.

» View abstract and full text

Ozer Kaya, D., Duzgun, I., Baltaci, G., Karacan, S., & Colakoglu, F. (2012). Effects of calisthenics and Pilates exercises on coordination and proprioception in adult women: a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation, 21(3).

» View abstract

Pereira, L. M., Obara, K., Dias, J. M., Menacho, M. O., Guariglia, D. A., Schiavoni, D., & Cardoso, J. R. (2012). Comparing the Pilates method with no exercise or lumbar stabilization for pain and functionality in patients with chronic low back pain: systematic review and meta-analysis. Clinical Rehabilitation, 26(1), 10-20.

» View abstract and full text

Phrompaet, S., Paungmali, A., Pirunsan, U., & Sitilertpisan, P. (2011). Effects of Pilates training on lumbo-pelvic stability and flexibility. Asian Journal of Sports Medicine, 2(1).

» View abstract and full text

Posadzki, P., Lizis, P., & Hagner-Derengowska, M. (2011). Pilates for low back pain: a systematic review. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 17(2), 85-89.

» View abstract

Queiroz, B. C., Cagliari, M. F., Amorim, C. F., & Sacco, I. C. (2010). Muscle activation during four Pilates core stability exercises in quadruped position. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 91(1), 86-92.

» View abstract

Rogers, K., & Gibson, A. L. (2009). Eight-week traditional mat Pilates training-program effects on adult fitness characteristics. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 80(3), 569-574.

» View abstract

Rossi, D. M., Morcelli, M. H., Marques, N. R., Hallal, C. Z., Gonçalves, M., LaRoche, D. P., & Navega, M. T. (2014). Antagonist coactivation of trunk stabilizer muscles during Pilates exercises. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 18(1), 34-41.

» View abstract

Ruiz-Montero, P. J., Castillo-Rodriguez, A., Mikalački, M., Nebojsa, Č., & Korovljev, D. (2014). A 24-weeks Pilates-aerobic and educative training to improve body fat mass in elderly Serbian women. Clinical Interventions in Aging, 9, 243-248.

» View abstract and full text

Rydeard, R., Leger, A., & Smith, D. (2006). Pilates-based therapeutic exercise: effect on subjects with nonspecific chronic low back pain and functional disability: a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 36(7), 472-484.

» View abstract

Segal, N. A., Hein, J., & Basford, J. R. (2004). The effects of Pilates training on flexibility and body composition: an observational study. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 85(12), 1977-1981.

» View abstract

Silva, Y. O., Melo, M. O., Gomes, L. E., Bonezi, A., & Loss, J. F. (2009). Analysis of the external resistance and electromyographic activity of hip extension performed according to the Pilates method. Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy, 13(1), 82-88.

» View abstract and full text

Sorosky, S., Stilp, S., & Akuthota, V. (2008). Yoga and pilates in the management of low back pain. Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine, 1(1), 39-47.

» View abstract and full text

Stan, D. L., Rausch, S. M., Sundt, K., Cheville, A. L., Youdas, J. W., Krause, D. A., … & Pruthi, S. (2012). Pilates for breast cancer survivors. Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing, 16(2), 131-141.

» View abstract

Stivala, A., & Hartley, G. (2013). The effects of a pilates-based exercise rehabilitation program on functional outcome and fall risk reduction in an aging adult status-post traumatic hip fracture due to fall. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy.

» View abstract

Stolze, L. R., Allison, S. C., & Childs, J. D. (2012). Derivation of a preliminary clinical prediction rule for identifying a subgroup of patients with low back pain likely to benefit from pilates-based exercise. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 42(5), 425-436.

» View abstract

van der Linden, M. L., Bulley, C., Geneen, L. J., Hooper, J. E., Cowan, P., & Mercer, T. H. (2013). Pilates for people with multiple sclerosis who use a wheelchair: feasibility, efficacy and participant experiences. Disability & Rehabilitation.

» View abstract

Wajswelner, H., Metcalf, B., & Bennell, K. (2012). Clinical pilates versus general exercise for chronic low back pain: randomized trial. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 44(7), 1197-1205.

» View abstract

Wells, C., Kolt, G. S., Marshall, P., Hill, B., & Bialocerkowski, A. (2013). Effectiveness of Pilates exercise in treating people with chronic low back pain: a systematic review of systematic reviews. BMC Medical Research Methodology, 13(1), 7.

» View abstract and full text