The Pilates method in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal disorders: a systematic review

Abstract

Introduction: Joseph Pilates created an authentic method of physical and mental conditioning, which he called Contrology and de ined as the complete coordination of body, mind and spirit. Recent studies indicate that the Pilates Method is a useful tool in rehabilitation can improve overall health, sports performance and help in the prevention and attenuation of injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Musculoskeletal disorders are prevalent and costly conditions that develop gradually, presenting a chronic course and often remain untreated. Objective: This study aimed to identify the effects of the Pilates Method in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal disorders through a systematic review. Methods: An active search was performed in the PubMed, PEDro, Scielo and Bireme databases. A total of 24 studies were pre-selected and their methodological quality was evaluated based on the PEDro scale. Of these, 14 ful illed the selection criteria. Results: The studies analyzed indicate that Pilates can be effective both for the treatment of

A qualitative systematic review of the views, experiences and perceptions of Pilates‐trained physiotherapists and their patients

“…Pilates is and effective rehabilitation tool for people with lack of body awareness, core stability, strength and spinal and pelvic control (Cuddy & Gaskell, 2020; Gaskell et al, 2019; Wells et al, 2014a, 2014b) and as stated in previous systematic reviews it can benefit many MSK conditions such as LBP chronic and nonspecific OA, hip and knee pathologies (Byrnes et al, 2018; Cruz et al, 2016; Kloubec, 2011).…”

“…In addition, some studies have demonstrated the physical and psychological benefits of healthy participants following Pilates exercise programs, for example, flexibility, dynamic balance and confidence enhancement (Cruz‐Ferreira et al, 2011); Similarly, benefits for patients with chronic MSK conditions included improvement in strength, pain, exercise motivation and autonomy to manage their own condition (Gaskell & Williams, 2019). Although the safety, efficacy, cost effectiveness of this approach is well established from a variety of quantitative evidence (Byrnes et al, 2018; Cruz, Liberali, Cruz, & Netto, 2016; Cruz‐Ferreira et al, 2011; Wells et al, 2014), a systematic understanding of how Pilates is utilized within physiotherapy has not been investigated in the form of a qualitative review. In comparison with quantitative research, which focuses on testing a hypothesis, the qualitative research provides a broader aspect, improving or generating a hypothesis and can be more effective for identifying and exploring humans' perspectives and experiences (Tenny, Brannan, Brannan, & Sharts‐Hopko, 2020).…”

“…In comparison with quantitative research, which focuses on testing a hypothesis, the qualitative research provides a broader aspect, improving or generating a hypothesis and can be more effective for identifying and exploring humans' perspectives and experiences (Tenny, Brannan, Brannan, & Sharts‐Hopko, 2020). Pilates is one of the most dominant fitness methods and physiotherapy exercise‐based approaches (Cruz et al, 2016); consequently, it is important to explore the qualitative studies that investigate Pilates‐trained physiotherapists and their patients regarding their perspectives, experiences, beliefs and the benefits of this approach. Data for this study were collected by linking the findings of relevant studies, using the meta‐ethnography method for qualitative systematic reviews.…”

Influência De Exercícios Posturais Sobre a Força Muscular Respiratória Em Jovens Saudáveis

“…Quanto à postura desses jovens, nenhuma das variáveis mostrou melhora significativa após o treinamento, porém ao observar os valores descritivos da amostra notase uma melhora clínica destes, como por exemplo, no caso da escoliose em "C" (Tabela 1). Um protocolo de exercícios embasados no método Pilates pode ser benéfico a pessoas com problemas posturais 30 , isso evidencia que pode haver melhora significativa de comprometimentos clínicos da escoliose, um maior número de sessões pode ser o diferencial nesses casos 30 .…”

Vivências E Sentimentos Compartilhados Por Usuários De Uma Casa De Apoio a Pessoas Com Câncer

“…O método pilates tem como sua essência a coordenação do corpo, mente e espírito, criado com a proposta de aprimorar o corpo por meio da correção da postura, restabelecendo o ânimo de vida e proporcionando uma melhor qualidade de vida refletida na mente e no espírito do indivíduo, tornando-se uma ferramenta para a reabilitação de pessoas que demandam de uma assistência complexa, como é situação de pacientes oncológicos (Cruz, et al, 2016).…”