This study will investigate the effect of 10-weeks Pilates exercise on pulmonary function and quality of life in postmenopausal women with normal Body mass index
This study is significant because it explores a safe, low-impact, and accessible exercise method that may improve respiratory function and overall quality of life in postmenopausal women. Pilates emphasizes breathing, core strength, and controlled movements, which may be particularly beneficial for women experiencing age-related declines in lung function and physical well-being. The findings can support evidence-based exercise recommendations, promote non-pharmacological interventions, and contribute to improving the health and daily functioning of postmenopausal women.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
30
low-impact exercise method that focuses on strengthening muscles while improving posture, flexibility, and overall body alignment. It emphasizes controlled movements, proper breathing, and core strength (especially the abdomen, lower back, hips, and pelvis).for 50-minute pers session for 5 times per week and follow up after 10 weeks
is a technique that focuses on deep breathing using the diaphragm rather than shallow chest breaths. It helps improve oxygen intake and promotes relaxation.for 5 to 10 minutes in a session, about 3-4 times per day and follow up after 10 weeks
Ayman Mohammad Abu Elmila Mahany
Amman, Jordan
RECRUITINGForced Vital Capacity
will be recorded before and after the intervention using a spirometer, and measured in liters
Time frame: 10 weeks
Forced Expiratory Volume
will be recorded before and after the intervention using a spirometer, and measured in liters
Time frame: 10 weeks
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate and measured in liters per seconds
will be recorded before and after the intervention using a spirometer, and measured in liters
Time frame: 10 weeks
Quality of life questionnaire :
SF-12 Health Survey will be used for the assessment of quality of life. It is a brief, 12-question covering eight health domains, including physical functioning, mental health, Score range: Lowest: 0 Highest: 100 Interpretation: 0 = worst health status 100 = best health status pain, and social functioning, yielding Physical (PCS) and Mental (MCS) Component Summary scores
Time frame: 10 weeks
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