The effects of Pilates-based exercise on dynamic balance in healthy adults
The effects of Pilates-based exercise on dynamic balance in healthy adults
复制标题
DOI:
10.1016/j.jbmt.2006.08.008
复制
发表时间:
2007-07-01
影响因子:
1.4
通讯作者:
Kennedy, Karen L.
中科院分区:
文献类型:
--
作者:
Johnson, Eric G.;Larsen, Andrea;Kennedy, Karen L.
Professionals in theater, athletics, and rehabilitation settings have integrated Pilates-based exercise into their practice. The Pilates method of exercise claims to have several benefits including improving posture and improving balance; however, there are few studies to support these statements. We studied the effects of Pilates-based exercise on dynamic balance in healthy adults. A certified Pilates instructor conducted all exercise sessions. After completing 10 Pilates-based exercise sessions a significant change ( P = .01) in dynamic balance was found in the functional reach test (FRT) mean scores in the exercise group (n = 17). The control group ( n = 17) demonstrated no significant change ( P = .54). The results suggest that Pilates-based exercise improved dynamic balance as measured by the FRT in healthy adults. (C) 2006 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.