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Estiri Z, Salehi kalateh M S, Shahabi Kaseb M R, khademosharie M, Tayebi S M. The Effect of Six-weeks of Pilates Training With Music on Balance and the Quality of Life in Multiple Sclerosis Patients. PTJ 2025; 15 (1) :69-80
URL: http://ptj.uswr.ac.ir/article-1-644-en.html

Purpose: Patients with multiple sclerosis face challenges associated with their physical aspects. This study evaluates the effect of six weeks of Pilates training with music on balance and the quality of life in multiple sclerosis patients.
Methods: The study’s sample were 29 women with multiple sclerosis, in the age range of 20 to 30 years with a disability level 2-5 and divided into three groups. The initial test group conducted Pilates workouts for six weeks. Every workout consisted of three components, warm-up, Pilates exercise session, and cooldown. Participants in the second experimental group exercised with music, while the control group only performed their daily activities. Next, the participants underwent a post-test phase, utilizing the tool that was referenced. Analysis of covariance and Fisher least significant difference post hoc analysis were conducted to evaluate group differences and determine statistical significance (P<0.05).
Results: According to the statistical analysis, there were significant differences in the components of static and dynamic balance and the quality of life between the experimental and control groups. Furthermore, there was no notable distinction in the results between the Pilates workout regimen with music and without music. However, Pilates without music outperformed in all three aspects. 
Conclusion: The quality of Pilates exercises was regarded as significantly necessary during the Pilates exercises program with music, and precision should be required when using music appropriately to increase effect.