Physiotherapists use modified pilates techniques and frameworks to build a therapeutic exercise program specific to your needs.
Blending scientific evidence based exercises with the vast range of mat and equipment based exercises designed by Josef Pilates, the programs are effective, always different and fun.
Who Would Benefit from Pilates?
Pilates is suitable for all ages and abilities. Your individualised program is based on your specific needs and goals, and is progressed as your skill and strength develops.
Pilates can be used to improve:
- Posture
- Pain management
- Core stability
- Breathing patterns
- General or specific muscle strength and endurance
- Sports specific conditioning
- Balance control and reaction times
- Pelvic floor control
- Muscle flexibility
- Mood, stress and energy levels
- Reduction in injury recurrence
History of Pilates
Born in 1883 in Germany, Joseph Pilates had rickets and rheumatic fever as a child, and subsequently developed a keen interest in physical activity and well-being. He was interned on the Isle of Mann in WWI. It was during this period that he devised a number of unique pieces of equipment including transforming an old hospital bed into a platform surrounded by springs and slings to help support the limbs and body. This forms the basis of our modern pilates equipment. After training the police and army in Germany, he emigrated to New York where he established a studio to work with the performing arts industry. From here, pilates has expanded to become a very popular world wide.