Wunda Chair vs Mat Pilates: Balance Effects

May 8, 2026 updated by: Berivan Beril Kılıç, Biruni University

Comparison of the Acute Effects of Wunda Chair Pilates and Mat-Based Pilates Exercises on Balance in Healthy Women

The goal of this study is to compare the acute effects of Wunda Chair Pilates and mat-based Pilates exercises on balance performance in healthy adult women. It will also examine which type of Pilates exercise provides a more immediate improvement in balance. The main questions it aims to answer are:

Do Wunda Chair Pilates exercises lead to greater improvements in balance compared to mat-based Pilates after a single session? Are there differences between the two exercise approaches in terms of static balance, dynamic balance, and functional mobility?

Researchers will compare Wunda Chair Pilates with mat-based Pilates to determine which method is more effective in enhancing acute balance performance.

Participants will:

Be randomly assigned to either a Wunda Chair Pilates group or a mat-based Pilates group Perform a single 45-minute exercise session according to their assigned group Complete balance assessments (Single Leg Stance Test, Timed Up and Go Test, and Y-Balance Test) before and immediately after the exercise session

Study Overview

Status

Not yet recruiting

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Estimated)

40

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Contact

Study Locations

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Being a woman aged 18-45 years
  • Having regularly practiced Pilates within the last 3 months
  • Having sufficient cognitive ability to understand and follow the study protocol
  • Having adequate physical capacity to safely perform the assessments and exercises

Exclusion Criteria:

  • History of severe trauma, surgery, or fracture involving the lower extremities, spine, or pelvis within the past 6 months
  • Presence of neurological disorders (e.g., vestibular disorders affecting balance, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, etc.)
  • History of vestibular system disorders or vertigo
  • Rheumatologic or inflammatory diseases affecting the lower extremities or spine
  • Systemic diseases that may affect balance or muscle performance (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes, severe cardiovascular disease, etc.)
  • Pregnancy or having given birth within the last 6 months
  • Acute musculoskeletal injury causing pain or functional limitation during exercise
  • Inability to complete the tests on the study day due to acute pain, fatigue, or discomfort

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Prevention
  • Allocation: Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
  • Masking: None (Open Label)

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm
Intervention / Treatment
Active Comparator: Wunda Chair Pilates
Other: wunda chair exercise
Participants in the Chair exercise group will perform an instrument-based Pilates program designed to improve balance and core stability. The exercises will be structured as 1 set of 12 repetitions and will include controlled movements against spring resistance, as well as positions involving loading on a narrow base of support. The exercise session is expected to last approximately 35 minutes.
Active Comparator: Mat Based Pilates
Other: Mat based pilates exercise
Mat Pilates exercises are designed to improve balance control, core stability, and lower extremity muscle coordination. The program consists of static and dynamic balance exercises performed on the mat, with emphasis on maintaining proper postural alignment and core activation throughout the exercises. A BOSU device will be used in some of the exercises.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Dynamic Balance
Time Frame: pre-invention and immediatelety after invention
The Y-Balance Test is a reliable and valid method for assessing dynamic balance and will be used in this study. The YBT requires participants to maintain single-leg stance while reaching in three directions with the other leg: anterior, posterolateral, and posteromedial. The composite score is calculated by normalizing the sum of reach distances to lower limb length. Leg length will be measured from the anterior superior iliac spine to the medial malleolus using a tape measure. The YBT is widely used in the literature as a scientifically validated and reliable protocol for assessing dynamic balance capacity. Each limb will be tested three times, and the average value will be recorded. A 1-minute rest period will be provided between trials.
pre-invention and immediatelety after invention
Static Balance
Time Frame: pre-intervention and immediately after intevention
The Single Leg Stance Test is a simple and reliable method used to assess static balance performance. During the test, participants stand on one leg with eyes open, and the time until loss of balance is recorded in seconds. Performance is evaluated based on the maximum time the position can be maintained. Measurements will be performed three times for each lower extremity, and the average value will be recorded. The literature reports that this test has high reliability in healthy individuals and is a valid measure for static balance assessment.
pre-intervention and immediately after intevention
Functional Mobility and Balance
Time Frame: pre-intervention and immediately after intervention
The Timed Up and Go Test is a widely used clinical performance test designed to assess functional mobility, balance, walking speed, and dynamic postural control. It is a quick and commonly preferred assessment tool in clinical practice. The test includes functional movements required in daily life activities, such as sitting, standing up, walking, turning, and sitting down again. The Timed Up and Go Test demonstrates high test-retest reliability (ICC = 0.87-0.99) across different age groups and in individuals with musculoskeletal conditions. It has also been reported to show strong correlations with other measures of functional balance and gait performance, and it is considered a valid and reliable assessment tool in both clinical and research settings.
pre-intervention and immediately after intervention

Collaborators and Investigators

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Sponsor

Biruni University

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General Publications

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start (Estimated)

May 4, 2026

Primary Completion (Estimated)

May 20, 2026

Study Completion (Estimated)

May 31, 2026

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

April 29, 2026

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 8, 2026

First Posted (Actual)

May 13, 2026

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

May 13, 2026

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 8, 2026

Last Verified

May 1, 2026

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Keywords

Other Study ID Numbers

  • 10

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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