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Balance in older age: Feldenkrais, Pilates and walking compared (2014)

Fact sheet

  • Year2014
  • JournalInternational Journal of Health Sciences and Research
  • TopicBalance in older age
  • Participants60
  • Study typeRandomised controlled trial
  • Compared withPilates or a walking programme

What was studied

Randomised trial with 60 participants (older adults able to walk): Awareness Through Movement® compared with Pilates or a walking programme.

What was found

Both Feldenkrais and Pilates improved balance; Pilates did somewhat better clinically.

How certain is this?

A medium-sized randomised trial. Further independent trials are needed for a firm conclusion.

Cite

Nambi et al. (2014). International Journal of Health Sciences and Research. Summarised from Berland et al. 2022.

This summary is for orientation only and does not replace medical advice.