Pilates may improve female sexual function, study finds.
A 12-week Pilates program improved sexual function, reduced depression, and increased satisfaction in women with sexual dysfunction.
Why it matters
- Offers a non-drug treatment for female sexual dysfunction.
- Highlights Pilates' dual benefits: physical and psychological.
- Provides a holistic approach to sexual health.
By the numbers
- 93 participants.
- 12-week program.
- Improvements exceeded 95% across all FSFI categories.
The big picture
- Adds to research on non-drug treatments for sexual health.
- Pilates may help with conditions like dyspareunia by improving pelvic floor muscle control.
What they're saying
- A commenter suggests comparing Pilates to other exercises would have been more valuable.
Caveats
- Small sample size.
- Did not account for menstrual cycle variations or underlying gynecological pain syndromes.
- Control group did not engage in specific exercise.
What’s next
- Larger, more diverse studies needed.
- Future studies could include broader health assessments.