Reformer Pilates vs Conventional Physiotherapy in Chronic Low Back Pain (NCT07543952) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Reformer Pilates vs Conventional Physiotherapy in Chronic Low Back Pain
Turkey (Türkiye)42 participantsStarted 2026-02-28
Plain-language summary
Non-specific chronic low back pain is one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal disorders worldwide and is associated with functional limitations and reduced quality of life. Exercise-based physiotherapy approaches are strongly recommended in clinical guidelines. Pilates exercises are frequently used due to their potential effects on core stability and movement control, while conventional physiotherapy remains a commonly applied treatment method. However, randomized controlled trials directly comparing these interventions are limited.
This study aims to compare the short-term effects of reformer Pilates exercises and conventional physiotherapy on pain intensity, functional disability and health-related quality of life in individuals with non-specific chronic low back pain.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
Individuals aged between 18 and 65 years
* Diagnosis of non-specific chronic low back pain lasting at least 12 weeks
* Average low back pain intensity ≥3 on the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) during the last week
* Ability to participate in exercise sessions three times per week
* Providing written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Specific causes of low back pain (tumor, infection, inflammatory rheumatic disease, vertebral fracture)
* Radiculopathy or significant neurological deficits (progressive motor loss, severe sensory deficit, cauda equina syndrome)
* History of lumbar spine surgery within the past 6 months or current surgical indication
* Participation in regular Pilates or structured exercise programs within the last 3 months
* Severe cardiopulmonary disease or uncontrolled hypertension contraindicating exercise
* Pregnancy or early postpartum period
* Severe psychiatric or cognitive disorders affecting study compliance
* Participation in another physiotherapy or rehabilitation program during the study period
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.