STABLE Pilates for Hypermobility
Recruiting
Pilates for Hypermobility: A Pilot Feasibility Study
Who can join
Ages 18 and older · All sexes
Full eligibility criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * ≥ 18 years old; * Self-reported hypermobility with confirmed or suspected diagnosis of hEDS/HSD; * Self-reported persistent pain ≥ 3 months; * A minimum of 3/10 self-reported pain intensity in the past week * Able to get on and off the floor without assistance; * Able to communicate fluently in English; and * Able to provide written, informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Regular ongoing mind-body practice (e.g. Tai chi, yoga, pilates) defined as a regular weekly practice of at least 20min/week over the past 6 months; * Recent surgery or acute bone, joint or nerve injury (\<6 months); * Have a history of a severe or progressive neurological or movement disorder; * Pregnant, planning to become pregnant during the study, or currently breast feeding; * Unable to get on and off the floor without assistance; * Unable to complete study procedures due to cognitive impairment; * Unable to provide written, informed consent; or * Currently participating in or planning to participate in another physical activity, mind-body or pain-related intervention research study in the next 4 months.
About the study
This study is looking at whether Pilates-based exercise can help with hypermobility-related symptoms, like pain.
What is being tested
- Pilates (behavioral)
- Education (behavioral)
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital · Participants: 100 · Started: Jul 9, 2026
Contact the study team
- Stephanie Voss, PhD · Phone: 6177329181
Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT07464093
Locations in the U.S.
| Massachusetts | Brigham and Women's Hospital, Chestnut Hill |
Conditions
From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 30, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.