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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is characterized by a series of somatic and psychological symptoms of varying severity that occur during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, affecting approximately 30% of women and resolving with menstruation. These symptoms impact daily activities, interpersonal relationships, social engagements, work efficiency, and educational productivity. PMS manifests with physical symptoms such as breast swelling and tenderness, fatigue, headaches, and weight gain, as well as psychological and emotional symptoms such as mood disorders, irritability, and stress. Symptoms typically subside with the onset of menstruation. There is no single accepted treatment for PMS. Due to conflicting findings in studies, various treatment methods are used, including lifestyle modifications, education, stress management techniques (such as massage, reflexology, and yoga), exercise, or medical support. Regular exercise is known to improve overall well-being. It prevents the decrease in endorphin secretion during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle and has a positive impact on PMS symptoms, particularly mood disorders, fluid retention, and breast tenderness. Pilates-based exercise training is an approach that enhances muscle stability through effective, controlled movements while strengthening muscle groups associated with pain. Clinical Pilates-based exercise training is considered a preferable method for PMS management, as it is believed to improve functional capacity, pain management, mood disorders, endurance, flexibility, symptom severity, and fear of movement in individuals with PMS. Due to the limited number of studies in the literature on PMS, our study aims to investigate the effects of a clinical Pilates-based exercise program on functional fitness parameters, symptom severity, and kinesiophobia.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Clinical Pilates Group | Experimental |
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| Control Group | Active Comparator |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Recommendations for Enhancing General Well-Being | Behavioral |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Body Composition (Waist Circumference) | -Waist Circumference: Measured in centimeters using a non-elastic measuring tape at the narrowest point between the lowest rib and the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS). It was recorded in centimeters. | 8 weeks |
| Body Composition (Hip Circumference) | -Hip Circumference: Measured in centimeters at the widest part of the gluteus maximus and at the level of the pubis using a measuring tape. | 8 weeks |
| Body Composition (Waist-to-Hip Ratio) | It is calculated by dividing the circumference of the waist by the circumference of the hips. | 8 weeks |
| Functional Capacity | To analyze the participants' functional capacity, the 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) was conducted in accordance with the American Thoracic Society (ATS) criteria. In this test, participants were instructed to walk at their own pace without running for six minutes along a 30-meter straight corridor. Standardized encouragement phrases were used throughout the test to maintain motivation. The test result was recorded as the total distance walked in meters. | 8 weeks |
| Flexibility | The Sit and Reach Test is a simple and widely used test to measure the flexibility. For the measurement, a test bench was used with the following dimensions: 32 cm in height, 35 cm in length, and 45 cm in width. A 0-50 cm measurement ruler was placed on the upper surface of the bench, extending 15 cm beyond the edge where the participants' feet were positioned. Participants were seated on the floor with their bare feet extended straight towards the test bench. The measurement was taken at the farthest point reached, where they held the position for 2 seconds. Measure the distance reached in centimeters. |
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Inclusion Criteria:
Exclusion Criteria:
As the topic is premenstrual syndrome, the participant must have a menstrual cycle.
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Meltem Kaya | Atlas University | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Atlas University | Istanbul | Turkey (Türkiye) | ||||
| Istanbul Atlas University |
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| ID | Term |
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| D011293 | Premenstrual Syndrome |
| D000092442 | Kinesiophobia |
| ID | Term |
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| D008599 | Menstruation Disturbances |
| D010335 | Pathologic Processes |
| D013568 | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |
| D010698 | Phobic Disorders |
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| Clinical Pilates | Other | In addition to the general well-being recommendations, the Clinical Pilates Group participated in a total of 16 face-to-face, clinically based Pilates exercise training sessions over eight weeks, with two sessions per week, each lasting 50 minutes. The exercise training started at the end of the menstrual cycle. The clinical Pilates-based exercise program applied to the group was designed by the researcher. The number of repetitions, levels, and variations of the exercises were progressively adjusted by the researcher according to the participants' conditions. During the first session, the principles of clinical Pilates were explained, following the BASI Pilates method as described by Isacowitz. Participants were taught alignment, breathing, and core engagement techniques. |
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| 8 weeks |
| Endurance (Trunk Flexion Test) | The Trunk Flexion Endurance Test measures core muscle endurance, especially in the abdominals and lower back. The person sits with knees bent, leans back to 60 degrees, and holds the position as long as possible. The test stops when the person loses form or falls backward and records in seconds. | 8 weeks |
| Endurance (Lateral Bridge Test) | The Lateral Bridge Test measures core and lateral trunk muscle endurance, especially the obliques. The person holds a side plank position with the body straight and hips lifted. The test ends when the hips drop or the person loses form and records in seconds.. | 8 weeks |
| Endurance (Modified Biering-Sorensen Test) | The Modified Biering-Sorensen Test measures endurance of the lower back extensor muscles. The person lies prone on a bench, with the upper body unsupported beyond the edge and legs secured. They hold a horizontal position for as long as possible. The test stops when the person can no longer maintain the position and records in seconds. | 8 weeks |
| Endurance (Prone Bridge Test) | The Prone Bridge Test (Plank Endurance Test) measures core stability and endurance, focusing on the abdominals, lower back, and shoulders. The person holds a forearm plank position, keeping the body straight and avoiding sagging or lifting the hips. The test ends when the person can no longer maintain proper form and records in seconds. | 8 weeks |
| Premenstrual Syndrome Scale | The Premenstrual Syndrome Scale consists of 44 questions and is a five-point Likert-type assessment tool with the following response options:
| 8 weeks |
| Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia | The Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia is a 17-item questionnaire designed to measure the fear of movement and re-injury. It uses a 4-point Likert scale, with the following response options:
A higher score on the scale indicates a greater level of kinesiophobia (fear of movement and re-injury). | 8 weeks |
| Istanbul |
| Turkey (Türkiye) |
| D001008 | Anxiety Disorders |
| D001523 | Mental Disorders |