Laxity of Ligament, Pilates Exercise, Pregnancy
Conditions
Brief summary
Pregnancy induces hormonal and biomechanical adaptations that increase ligamentous laxity, which may persist into the postpartum period and contribute to joint instability, pain, and functional limitations. Although prenatal Pilates has been shown to prevent the progression of ligamentous laxity during pregnancy, its effects on postpartum musculoskeletal recovery remain unclear. This longitudinal follow-up of a randomized controlled trial evaluated ligamentous recovery at 6 weeks postpartum in women who participated in a structured prenatal Pilates program continued until childbirth, compared with women receiving standard prenatal care. Postpartum ligamentous laxity, generalized joint hypermobility, and activity limitations related to pelvic girdle pain were assessed using objective and clinical measures. The study aimed to determine whether prenatal Pilates facilitates early postpartum ligamentous recovery and supports functional outcomes during the early postpartum period.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Ankara Medipol University
Study design
Observational model
COHORT
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
20 Years to 35 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Aged between 18-35 years * In the 6th week of post-partum * Voluntary participation in the study
Exclusion criteria
* Cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases * Prior participation in structured physical activity programs
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ligament laxity | 10 minutes | The anterior tibial translation of the knee will be considered as representative of the anterior laxity of the knee of women measured with an arthrometer ® (bilateral examination repeated 3 times on each knee).The degree of laxity will be evaluated thanks to the international classification IKDC. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Generalized joint hypermobility | 2 minutes | Generalized joint hypermobility (GJH) was assessed using the Beighton scoring system, which consists of five bilateral and unilateral maneuvers. Each positive test scored one point, with a maximum score of 9. A score of ≥5 indicated GJH. |
| Physical activity level | 7 days | Participants' physical activity was monitored using the Omron HJ-321-E pedometer (Omron Healthcare, Japan), which detects vertical oscillations and stores up to seven days of data. |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed