Wunda Chair vs Mat Pilates: Balance Effects

NCT07583394 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 10
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 40
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

The goal of this study is to compare the acute effects of Wunda Chair Pilates and mat-based Pilates exercises on balance performance in healthy adult women. It will also examine which type of Pilates exercise provides a more immediate improvement in balance. The main questions it aims to answer are: Do Wunda Chair Pilates exercises lead to greater improvements in balance compared to mat-based Pilates after a single session? Are there differences between the two exercise approaches in terms of static balance, dynamic balance, and functional mobility? Researchers will compare Wunda Chair Pilates with mat-based Pilates to determine which method is more effective in enhancing acute balance performance. Participants will: Be randomly assigned to either a Wunda Chair Pilates group or a mat-based Pilates group Perform a single 45-minute exercise session according to their assigned group Complete balance assessments (Single Leg Stance Test, Timed Up and Go Test, and Y-Balance Test) before and immediately after the exercise session

Conditions

Healthy Women; Pilates Exercise; Balance

Keywords

pilates; balance; female; acute

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (3)

• Dynamic Balance

  The Y-Balance Test is a reliable and valid method for assessing dynamic balance and will be used in this study. The YBT requires participants to maintain single-leg stance while reaching in three directions with the other leg: anterior, posterolateral, and posteromedial. The composite score is calculated by normalizing the sum of reach distances to lower limb length. Leg length will be measured from the anterior superior iliac spine to the medial malleolus using a tape measure. The YBT is widely used in the literature as a scientifically validated and reliable protocol for assessing dynamic balance capacity. Each limb will be tested three times, and the average value will be recorded. A 1-minute rest period will be provided between trials.

  pre-invention and immediatelety after invention

• Static Balance

  The Single Leg Stance Test is a simple and reliable method used to assess static balance performance. During the test, participants stand on one leg with eyes open, and the time until loss of balance is recorded in seconds. Performance is evaluated based on the maximum time the position can be maintained. Measurements will be performed three times for each lower extremity, and the average value will be recorded. The literature reports that this test has high reliability in healthy individuals and is a valid measure for static balance assessment.

  pre-intervention and immediately after intevention

• Functional Mobility and Balance

  The Timed Up and Go Test is a widely used clinical performance test designed to assess functional mobility, balance, walking speed, and dynamic postural control. It is a quick and commonly preferred assessment tool in clinical practice. The test includes functional movements required in daily life activities, such as sitting, standing up, walking, turning, and sitting down again. The Timed Up and Go Test demonstrates high test-retest reliability (ICC = 0.87-0.99) across different age groups and in individuals with musculoskeletal conditions. It has also been reported to show strong correlations with other measures of functional balance and gait performance, and it is considered a valid and reliable assessment tool in both clinical and research settings.

  pre-intervention and immediately after intervention

Study Arms (2)

Wunda Chair Pilates

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Other: wunda chair exercise

Mat Based Pilates

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Other: Mat based pilates exercise

Interventions

wunda chair exercise OTHER

Participants in the Chair exercise group will perform an instrument-based Pilates program designed to improve balance and core stability. The exercises will be structured as 1 set of 12 repetitions and will include controlled movements against spring resistance, as well as positions involving loading on a narrow base of support. The exercise session is expected to last approximately 35 minutes.

Wunda Chair Pilates

Mat based pilates exercise OTHER

Mat Pilates exercises are designed to improve balance control, core stability, and lower extremity muscle coordination. The program consists of static and dynamic balance exercises performed on the mat, with emphasis on maintaining proper postural alignment and core activation throughout the exercises. A BOSU device will be used in some of the exercises.

Mat Based Pilates

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 45 Years
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• Being a woman aged 18-45 years
• Having regularly practiced Pilates within the last 3 months
• Having sufficient cognitive ability to understand and follow the study protocol
• Having adequate physical capacity to safely perform the assessments and exercises

You may not qualify if:

• History of severe trauma, surgery, or fracture involving the lower extremities, spine, or pelvis within the past 6 months
• Presence of neurological disorders (e.g., vestibular disorders affecting balance, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, etc.)
• History of vestibular system disorders or vertigo
• Rheumatologic or inflammatory diseases affecting the lower extremities or spine
• Systemic diseases that may affect balance or muscle performance (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes, severe cardiovascular disease, etc.)
• Pregnancy or having given birth within the last 6 months
• Acute musculoskeletal injury causing pain or functional limitation during exercise
• Inability to complete the tests on the study day due to acute pain, fatigue, or discomfort

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Biruni University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Biruni University

Istanbul, Istanbul, 34103, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

Related Publications (9)

• Tanır, H., Güçlüöver, A., Oncar, İ. N., Göçer, İ., & Esen, H. T. (2022). The effect of Pilates exercises on body composition and dynamic balance performance in sedentary women. Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results, 13(Special Issue 1), 770-779. https://doi.org/10.47750/pnr.2022.13.S01.96

  RESULT

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  PMID: 24183777 RESULT

• Beauchet O, Fantino B, Allali G, Muir SW, Montero-Odasso M, Annweiler C. Timed Up and Go test and risk of falls in older adults: a systematic review. J Nutr Health Aging. 2011 Dec;15(10):933-8. doi: 10.1007/s12603-011-0062-0.

  PMID: 22159785 RESULT

• Podsiadlo D, Richardson S. The timed "Up & Go": a test of basic functional mobility for frail elderly persons. J Am Geriatr Soc. 1991 Feb;39(2):142-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1532-5415.1991.tb01616.x.

  PMID: 1991946 RESULT

• Springer BA, Marin R, Cyhan T, Roberts H, Gill NW. Normative values for the unipedal stance test with eyes open and closed. J Geriatr Phys Ther. 2007;30(1):8-15. doi: 10.1519/00139143-200704000-00003.

  PMID: 19839175 RESULT

• Sampaio T, Encarnacao S, Santos O, Narciso D, Oliveira JP, Teixeira JE, Forte P, Morais JE, Vasques C, Monteiro AM. The Effectiveness of Pilates Training Interventions on Older Adults' Balance: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Healthcare (Basel). 2023 Dec 1;11(23):3083. doi: 10.3390/healthcare11233083.

  PMID: 38063651 RESULT

• Campos de Oliveira L, Goncalves de Oliveira R, Pires-Oliveira DA. Effects of Pilates on muscle strength, postural balance and quality of life of older adults: a randomized, controlled, clinical trial. J Phys Ther Sci. 2015 Mar;27(3):871-6. doi: 10.1589/jpts.27.871. Epub 2015 Mar 31.

  PMID: 25931749 RESULT

• Bullo V, Bergamin M, Gobbo S, Sieverdes JC, Zaccaria M, Neunhaeuserer D, Ermolao A. The effects of Pilates exercise training on physical fitness and wellbeing in the elderly: A systematic review for future exercise prescription. Prev Med. 2015 Jun;75:1-11. doi: 10.1016/j.ypmed.2015.03.002. Epub 2015 Mar 12.

  PMID: 25773473 RESULT

• Barker AL, Bird ML, Talevski J. Effect of pilates exercise for improving balance in older adults: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 Apr;96(4):715-23. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2014.11.021. Epub 2014 Dec 12.

  PMID: 25511371 RESULT

Central Study Contacts

B.Beril Kılıç, Asst. Prof.

CONTACT

+905069496158; fztbkilic@gmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: PREVENTION
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Asistant professor

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: April 29, 2026
• First Posted: May 13, 2026
• Study Start: May 4, 2026
• Primary Completion: May 20, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): May 31, 2026
• Last Updated: May 13, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-05

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