Clinical Pilates is Physiotherapist-led exercise that builds deep core strength, control and flexibility. Unlike a general class, every exercise is tailored to your body and your rehabilitation goals.
Your visit
What to expect
After a movement assessment, your Physiotherapist designs a progressive programme and coaches your technique so you move well and build strength safely.
No GP referral needed
Book directly with a Chartered, HCPC-registered Physiotherapist, with assessment and treatment on the same visit.
Pilates is an exercise regime designed to activate the deep spinal and core muscles more effectively. Originally developed to support rehabilitation and improve movement control, it focuses on strength, stability, posture correction and body awareness.
Clinical Pilates combines traditional Pilates principles with current research into musculoskeletal dysfunction. It is widely used by Physiotherapists to help prevent injury and support rehabilitation.
What does Clinical Pilates involve?
Each individual has unique biomechanics and movement patterns, and different sports or work activities require specific skills and muscle activation. Your programme is built around a clinical assessment rather than a generic class plan.
Which conditions can be treated with Pilates?
- Back and neck pain
- Postural problems
- Joint pain (e.g. shoulder, hip or knee conditions)
- Sports injuries
- Muscle imbalances and weakness
- Spinal conditions such as disc-related pain
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
It is also widely used for injury prevention, improving movement control and supporting overall strength and stability.
How do Clinical Pilates exercises work?
Clinical Pilates focuses on strengthening the core muscles that support the spine, with emphasis on individual technique so exercises are performed correctly. Exercises are tailored to your condition, pain level and ability, and are progressed gradually as tolerated to support recovery and improve function.
Conditions
What it helps with
- Recurrent back pain
- Poor core control
- Postural problems
- Injury prevention
- Return to exercise after injury
