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Clinical Pilates is a physiotherapy treatment technique that works to improve and maintain function. At Modern Physiotherapy Clinic, our expert physiotherapists will assess each person for their individual needs and concerns, and tailor a program that is patient specific, prior to their first Clinical Pilates session.
Clinical Pilates focuses on retaining and recruiting core stability, which subsequently will improve posture, strength and flexibility. We are using both Pilatis reformer equipment as well as floor-based routines. The most important aspect of Clinical Pilates is the ability to rehabilitate and further prevent re-aggravation to an injury.
Health and Fitness Benefits of Clinical Pilates include:
- Rehabilitation
- Injury prevention
- Improved muscular strength, tone and flexibility
- Improved posture
- Improves breathing control
- Enhanced joint mobility
- Improved bone strength
- Pain relief
- Improved balance, movement control and coordination, muscle endurance, and stability
FAQs:
1. What is the difference between Pilates and Clinical Pilates?
Non-clinical Pilates caters to the general public and does not focus on the specific injury or physical need. Clinical Pilates is a patient specific treatment that takes into account an individual’s specific injuries and physical needs. Clinical Pilates also allows for clinical assessment by a certified instructor. At Modern Physiotherapy clinic, the Clinical Pilates programs are tailored with targeted exercises to improve and address the patient’s concern.
2. Are the Clinical Pilates sessions one-on-one, or group sessions?
At Modern Physiotherapy clinic, we offer both options to patients depending on your wants and needs.
3. How can Clinical Pilates help with my postmenopausal osteoporosis?
One in two postmenopausal women will have osteoporosis.(1) Physiotherapists can help with this condition in a range of ways; however, a popular service is Clinical Pilates. Studies have shown a significant decrease in pain intensity levels, and an increase in physical performance and quality of life in postmenopausal women with osteoarthritis after participating in Clinical Pilates.(2)
(1) www.endocrine.org. (2022). Menopause and Bone Loss. https://www.endocrine.org/patient-engagement/endocrine-library/menopause-and-bone-loss#:~:text=One%20in%20two%20postmenopausal%20women.(2) Angın, E., Erden, Z. and Can, F. (2015). The effects of clinical pilates exercises on bone mineral density, physical performance and quality of life of women with postmenopausal osteoporosis. Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, 28(4), pp.849–858. doi:10.3233/bmr-150604.
4. How can Clinical Pilates help me post-breast cancer treatment?
Lymphedema is one of the most problematic and dreaded complications of breast cancer treatment.(3) It is reported that 30% of people will get lymphedema after breast cancer treatment. To prevent lymphedema, there are exercises that can help, however Clinical Pilates is a great alternative or addition to your treatment plan. Studies have shown that participating in Clinical Pilates reduces the severity of lymphedema and anxiety associated with the condition, an improved quality of life, and greater function of the upper body.(4)
(3) Hayes, S.C., Janda, M., Cornish, B., Battistutta, D. and Newman, B. (2008). Lymphedema After Breast Cancer: Incidence, Risk Factors, and Effect on Upper Body Function. Journal of Clinical Oncology, 26(21), pp.3536–3542. doi:10.1200/jco.2007.14.4899.(4) Şener, H.Ö., Malkoç, M., Ergin, G., Karadibak, D. and Yavuzşen, T. (2017). Effects of Clinical Pilates Exercises on Patients Developing Lymphedema after Breast Cancer Treatment: A Randomized Clinical Trial. The Journal of Breast Health, [online] 13(1), pp.16–22. doi:10.5152/tjbh.2016.3136.
5. What is more beneficial in my rehabilitation plan for chronic back pain: general exercise i.e., aerobic and resistance training, or Clinical Pilates?
Exercise is key to a successful rehabilitation plan. Both forms of exercise, or the Clinical Pilates will provide you with similar long-term outcomes in regards to functionality of the muscle. The difference is that Clinical Pilates provides earlier functional recovery compared to other forms of exercise. This is due to matching exercises and physical activity with the individual, compared to a generalised exercise program.(5)
(5) Kwok, B.C., Lim, J.X.L. and Kong, P.W. (2021). The Theoretical Framework of the Clinical Pilates Exercise Method in Managing Non-Specific Chronic Low Back Pain: A Narrative Review. Biology, 10(11), p.1096. doi:10.3390/biology10111096.
6. How can Clinical Pilates help with multiple sclerosis?
Clinical Pilates can help improve:
- Walking speed
- Walking ability
- Walking endurance
- Core stability
- Balance confidence
- Respiratory muscle strength
- Cognitive functions
When compared to general at home exercise training, it was found that patients who participated in Clinical Pilates had an increased walking speed/ability/endurance, improved postural and core stability and improved expiratory and cognitive functioning.(6)
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(6) Abasıyanık, Z., Ertekin, Ö., Kahraman, T., Yigit, P. and Özakbaş, S. (2019). The effects of Clinical Pilates training on walking, balance, fall risk, respiratory, and cognitive functions in persons with multiple sclerosis: A randomized controlled trial. EXPLORE. doi:10.1016/j.explore.2019.07.010.