Occupational low back pain is a prevalent cause of functional disability. This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the effects of the Pilates Method and conventional kinesiotherapy on functional disability (Oswestry Index) and health self-perception in workers with occupational low back pain.
The study enrolled 18 workers diagnosed with occupational low back pain. Participants were randomly assigned to one of two intervention groups: the Pilates Method or conventional kinesiotherapy. Clinical and functional evaluations were performed at baseline and post-intervention to assess the therapeutic outcomes.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
18
A rehabilitation program utilizing the Pilates Method principles focusing on core stability, flexibility, and muscle strengthening.
A standard physical therapy program involving stretching and strengthening exercises commonly used in clinical practice.
Physical Therapy Clinic, Universidade Federal do Triângulo Mineiro
Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Functional Disability
Functional disability was assessed using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) questionnaire. The total score ranges from 0 to 100%, with higher scores indicating a worse outcome (greater level of disability).
Time frame: Baseline, 5 weeks, and 6 weeks
Health Self-Perception
Health self-perception was assessed using a 5-point Likert scale asking participants to rate their physical and emotional health over the last month. The score for each question ranges from 1 to 5, with higher scores indicating a worse outcome (1 = Very good; 2 = Good; 3 = Moderate; 4 = Bad; 5 = Very bad).
Time frame: Baseline, 5 weeks, and 6 weeks
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