Comparison between Pilates exercises and aerobic exercises in primary dysmenorrhea
Primary dysmenorrhea is a common gynecological condition among young women and is characterized by painful menstrual cramps that may interfere with daily activities and quality of life. Non-pharmacological interventions, particularly therapeutic exercises, have been recommended as safe and effective approaches for managing menstrual pain. Among these interventions, Pilates exercises and aerobic exercises are widely used; however, comparative evidence regarding their relative effectiveness remains limited. This study is designed as a comparative interventional trial to evaluate and compare the effects of Pilates exercises versus aerobic exercises on pain severity and quality of life in females with primary dysmenorrhea. Eligible participants will be allocated into two intervention groups. Participants in Group A will undergo a structured Pilates exercise program conducted three sessions per week for eight weeks. Each session will include controlled movements focusing on core stability, flexibility, breathing control, and muscle strengthening, with a total session duration of approximately 30 minutes. Participants in Group B will receive a supervised aerobic exercise program performed three sessions per week for eight weeks. The aerobic sessions will consist of rhythmic and continuous movements designed to improve cardiovascular endurance, with each session lasting approximately 40 minutes. Both interventions will be delivered under standardized conditions, and participants will be instructed to maintain their usual daily activities throughout the study period. Assessments will be conducted before the start of the intervention and after completion of the eight-week exercise program to evaluate changes in menstrual pain severity and quality of life. The findings of this study aim to provide evidence regarding the comparative effectiveness of Pilates and aerobic exercises in the management of primary dysmenorrhea and to support the selection of appropriate exercise-based interventions for improving pain and quality of life in affected women.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
32
Patients will receive Pilates exercise, the exercise program was repeated 3 times 8 weeks 30 minute for each leg in session. focuses on core strengthening, flexibility, and breathing techniques designed to reduce menstrual pain and improve overall physical well-being.
Patients will receive aerobic exercise, the exercise program was repeated 3 times 8 weeks 40minute for each session. Including walk-ing and treadmill
Delta university, Faculty of Physical Therapy
Al Mansurah, Egypt
menstrual pain severity
Pain intensity will be measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) atbaseline and after 8 weeks of Pilates or aerobic exercises.low score zero pain and high score 10 worst pain imaginable
Time frame: 8 week
Change quality of life
Short form health survey (SF-12) It was used for assessment of quality of life for aerobic and Pilates before and after treatment. higher scores indicating better health, typically on a 0-100 scale where 50 is the average (standardized). A high score (above 50) means better-than-average health, while a low score (below 50) suggests below-average health.
Time frame: 8weeks
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