Ejercicios de flexibilidad basado en el Método Pilates para el equilibrio en los adultos mayores

Abstract

In Ecuador, the Pilates method is widely used in the elderly population since it has reduced the rate of falls by improving balance, demonstrating the effectiveness and motivating the application of said method, it is not well known, but it is beginning to gain importance due to to which therapeutic and sports professionals have chosen as a method of physical conditioning. Objective: Check the effectiveness of flexibility exercises based on the Pilates method for Older Adults; Methods: the BERG Test was used, which consists of 14 items, the same ones that measure balance statically and dynamically, and also helps prevent the risk of falls in older adults; Results: the Pilates method applied properly maintains or improves the balance of the elderly, allowing them to have autonomy in the execution of daily activities without depending on third parties; Conclusions: Despite the fact that the effectiveness of the Pilates method in improving balance has been demonstrated, among physiotherapy professionals there is little knowledge and experience in the application of this method, taking into account that, in addition to rehabilitating, it is a good alternative for exercise contributing to mental, physical and emotional balance.