The effect of Pilates exercises on functional movement screening: A systematic review
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Pilates exercise, Pilates training, functional movement screeningAbstract
The objective of this systematic review was to examine the effects of the Pilates method on the results of functional movement analysis in sedentary individuals and athletes. The research was conducted by searching peer-reviewed scientific journals in the Web of Science (WOS), PubMed, and Scopus databases, employing the PICO criteria typically utilized for systematic reviews and meta-analyses. A total of 5,313 articles were identified based on the keywords. Following a review of the titles and abstracts of the identified studies (n = 3216), 1353 studies were excluded due to their overlap with other studies. Following a further review of 474 eligible studies, 466 articles not applicable to the topic, eight articles related to Pilates and functional movement screening were identified for inclusion in this study. A comprehensive examination of the included studies revealed that the Pilates method, when administered for a duration of either four or 15 weeks, resulted in enhancements in certain sports parameters and functional movement screening scores. These findings suggest that the Pilates method may help to reduce the risk of injury. A review of the literature revealed that Pilates methods can be employed to mitigate the adverse effects of a sedentary lifestyle and muscle loss associated with aging. Moreover, the regular practice of Pilates has been demonstrated to positively impact the physical health and performance of athletes, while also reducing the risk of injury. In light of these findings, it can be recommended that Pilates be included in the training programs of athletes by physiotherapists, trainers, and sports specialists.
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