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Chapter 6
Author(s) -
Aung Min,
Theint Sandy Htut
Publication year - 1995
Publication title -
acta neurologica scandinavica
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.967
H-Index - 95
eISSN - 1600-0404
pISSN - 0001-6314
DOI - 10.1111/j.1600-0404.1995.tb01708.x
Subject(s) - citation , population , psychology , library science , computer science , medicine , environmental health
The aim of this study was to compare four main outcome measures: lumbopelvic stability, flexibility, pain, and stress between Pilates and control groups. All main outcome measures except stress were improved in Pilates group only. Pilates training program consisted of continuous exercise that promote deep trunk muscle functions, improve strength, flexibility and lumbopelvic stability. Six concepts of Pilates were emphasized throughout the exercises period. All exercises promoted the stability of “powerhouse” which needs high concentration from deep trunk muscles control. The body and mind were controlled resulted in smooth and flow movement pattern. Moreover, focusing on breathing helped to improve breathing pattern and control the rhythm of movement during training. The effect of Pilates on each outcome measures was discussed below