Clinical pilates is an exercise method, applied under physiotherapist supervision, built on the trunk (core) muscles, postural control, breathing and balanced movement.
Its key difference from general group classes is that it is tailored to the person's assessment and to any existing complaint. In this respect it can be used safely both in healthy individuals and in certain musculoskeletal problems.
Situations in which it is often preferred:
First, posture, movement habits and muscular balance are assessed. Then a personalised, gradual programme is created; the exercises are progressed on a mat or reformer, with attention to correct form and control.
When a medical diagnosis is involved, the programme is arranged in line with the physician's opinion. The aim is to support trunk support, movement quality and daily-life comfort.
Clinical pilates is planned one-to-one by a physiotherapist, according to the person's assessment and any existing complaint. Studio pilates, by contrast, consists of group classes for generally healthy people. In clinical pilates, exercise selection and the pace of progression are adapted to the person's condition.
With a physician's diagnosis and approval, clinical pilates can be practised safely after the acute phase. Exercises are chosen so that they do not aggravate the complaint, and progress is gradual.
All sessions at the clinic are one-to-one and last 45-60 minutes. This means the person's form can be corrected on the spot in every movement.
Both are used. The reformer's resistance springs support movement and allow it to be graded, while mat work builds control using the body's own weight. The choice depends on the assessment result and the goal.
In a free preliminary consultation (15 min) your questions are answered; if appropriate, a detailed assessment (60 min) is planned.
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