Effects of Pilates-based telerehabilitation on physical performance and quality of life in patients with multiple sclerosis

Effects of Neuropilates on Functional Outcomes in Chronic Stroke: A Randomized Clinical Trial

“…Both groups showed improvements in lower limb strength, fall risk and functional mobility post-intervention, with the Pilates group demonstrating additional enhancements in dynamic balance. In the same line, Eldemir et al [31] and Najafi et al [32] reported positive outcomes in gait, balance, fatigue, strength, stability and quality of life for individuals with multiple sclerosis receiving face-to-face Pilates intervention or telerehabilitation. Belgen Kaygisiz et al [34] also concluded that a face-to-face Pilates-based intervention, following an 8-week protocol, yielded physical benefits in terms of balance and gait for people with Stiff Person Syndrome.…”

“…The efficacy of the Pilates Method has been studied across several health conditions, regardless of the mode of application [26][27][28][29][30][31][32][33][34]. However, Park et al [35] argued that the extent of the benefits is dependent on the mode of delivery, highlighting that this approach is more effective when provided in face-to-face sessions under the supervision of professionals trained in the method, in comparison to online or telerehabilitation delivery, as in-person intervention allows for a more precise exercise performance, and an expert instructor can tailor the exercises to meet the demands of the participants.…”

“…Other authors have also investigated the efficacy of the Pilates Method in diverse neurological conditions such as Parkinson Disease [30], multiple sclerosis [31,32], long-COVID [33] or Stiff Person Syndrome [34], particularly focusing on its effects on lower limb functioning and quality of life [30][31][32][33][34]. For instance, Çoban et al [30] conducted a study comparing Pilates with regular physiotherapy in people with Parkinson Disease, implemented twice a week over 8 weeks.…”

Evidence-based position paper on Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) professional practice on telerehabilitation. The European PRM position (UEMS PRM Section)

“… 56 A recent SR investigating the effectiveness of home-based virtual reality training and telerehabilitation on balance in neurological diseases including MS reached to a conclusion of comparability to conventional therapy with the suggestion of their use as an add-on to outpatient care and to lengthen rehabilitation duration. 57 Indication of the effectiveness of Pilates-based telerehabilitation in improving physical performance and HRQoL in individuals with MS has been shown 58 so has the association with higher exercise compliance and satisfaction in addition to similar levels on measures of urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, and HRQoL. 59 …”