Pilates Exercises in Patients with Inhalation Injury

One-hour Pilates exercise program was given by a certified trainer to patients three times per week for 12 weeks. The exercise program followed the basic principles of the Pilates method. Our protocol comprised the following components of Pilates-based exercises: strength and stabilization, flexibility and range of motion, proper body alignment, balance, coordination, and body awareness. Resistance bands and 26 cm Pilates balls were used as supportive equipment. The exercise sections consisted of 5 minutes breathing, 10 minutes warm-up, 35 minutes conditioning phase and 10 minutes cool-down.

Diaphragmatic deep breathing exercises, bronchial hygiene techniques, assisted cough, stretching exercises and ROM exercises for both upper and lower limbs for 45 minutes, 3 days/ week for 12 weeks.