CLINICAL PILATES · CALGARY
Purposeful movement. Progress at your pace.
Explore rehabilitation Pilates within your physiotherapy care.
AN INDIVIDUAL APPROACH
Care that starts with you.
Our physiotherapy service includes rehabilitation Pilates and gym-based rehabilitation. Discuss your movement goals with a physiotherapist to find out whether Pilates-based exercise is appropriate for you and how it can fit your care plan.
Guided movement
Learn exercises adapted to your assessment and ability.
Rehabilitation goals
Work toward the activities that matter to you.
Ongoing guidance
Review progress and adjust the exercises as needed.
What is Clinical Pilates?
Clinical Pilates is a specialized form of Pilates designed and supervised by healthcare professionals, typically physiotherapists, to address individual rehabilitation and injury prevention needs. Unlike traditional Pilates, which focuses on general fitness and strength, Clinical Pilates tailors exercises to each person’s physical condition, aiming to improve core stability, posture, flexibility, balance, and overall body control.
This approach is particularly beneficial for individuals recovering from injuries, dealing with chronic pain, or looking to prevent future musculoskeletal issues. The exercises are gentle and precise, ensuring correct movement patterns to avoid strain or further injury, often incorporating equipment like reformers or small apparatuses to support targeted movements.
In summary, Clinical Pilates combines the core principles of Pilates with clinical expertise, making it a safe, effective way to rehabilitate, manage pain, or enhance physical health under professional supervision.
COOPERATIVE CARE
Part of a wider team.
Your goals can involve more than one perspective. When appropriate, discuss coordinated care with your practitioner and how other services might fit your plan.