Clinical Pilates
What is Pilates?
Pilates is a full body, low impact form of exercise that promotes strength, mobility, posture, stability and breathwork. It was invented in the 1920’s by Joseph Pilates, who devised a new approach to exercise and fitness. When the Pilates Method arrived in America in the 1920’s it was initially utilized by professional dancers as a way to rehabilitate and prevent injuries. Over the years it has become more popular and mainstream, with millions of people having taken classes on the mat and reformer.
How is Clinical Pilates different?
Clinical Pilates is a patient-specific treatment. It is beneficial for those recovering from an injury and for pain management. At Resilience Physiotherapy, each individual is assessed by a Registered Physiotherapist, and utilizing the mat, large equipment (reformer, tower), and small equipment (arc, foam roller, stability ball etc.) a program is tailored to the specific needs of each client based on their assessment findings.
Who is Clinical Pilates for?
Clinical Pilates isn’t only intended for those with injury, it’s for anyone looking to build strength, endurance, mobility & postural alignment. It is very beneficial for those looking to prevent injury, prenatal and postnatal clients, and for anyone looking for a fun, yet safe and effective way to maintain fitness.
What are the benefits of Clinical Pilates?
- Global muscle and core strength
- Balance, flexibility, and
coordination
- Joint and spinal mobility
- Posture
- Body awareness and control
- Mental clarity
- Breath control