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Effects of Hatha Yoga and Reformer Pilates on Hyperkyphosis

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - 65 YearsAllIzmir Democracy University
NCT06846697 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The vertebral column is an S-shaped structure that carries the body weight and transmits it to the feet. Kyphosis, a natural curvature of the spine, can increase with poor posture and muscle weakness, leading to postural kyphosis. This condition results in forward head positioning, rounded shoulders, and scapular winging, causing back pain, poor posture, balance issues, and respiratory difficulties. With technological advances, poor posture habits have become more common, especially in adolescents. Kyphosis can also affect balance, walking speed, and increase the risk of falls in older adults. Exercises like Hatha yoga and reformer Pilates are effective methods for improving posture, muscle strength, and quality of life. The aim of this study is to compare the effects of Hatha yoga and reformer Pilates exercises on posture, pain, balance, quality of life, body image, and respiratory func

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Postural hyperkyphosis * Not receiving physiotherapy in the last 6 months Exclusion Criteria: * Exercise is not indicated * Communication problems * Having a concomitant orthopaedic disorder * The presence of a concomitant neurological disorder * Presence of concomitant cardiopulmonary disease * Presence of recurrent infection * Presence of open wound and/or incision * Presence of other spinal conditions such as scoliosis * Being diagnosed with kyphosis other than postural kyphosis in the classification system * Previously undergone a related surgery
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What it tests

  • Home-based Exercise
  • Hatha Yoga Group
  • Reformer Pilates Group
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Where

1 site
Betül TAŞPINAR
Konak, Turkey (Türkiye)
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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