Expert Clinical Pilates at Chester Osteo & Physio
Pilates at Chester Osteo and Physio is tailored by your osteopath to address individual health needs and goals, such as injury recovery, chronic pain and movement retraining. We combine the core principles of traditional Pilates with expert clinical insight to improve strength, stability, mobility, flexibility, balance and body awareness through thoughtful controlled movements, adapted to your condition.
What Is Pilates?
Pilates is a low-impact exercise method that focuses on strengthening the core muscles, improving posture, flexibility, and body awareness. It emphasises controlled movements, breathing, and alignment, helping to build a balanced and resilient body.
Exploring the Types of Pilates
Mat Pilates
Mat Pilates is performed on the floor using your body weight and small props like balls, bands, or rings. It focuses on core stability, posture, and flexibility.
Refomer Pilates
Reformer Pilates uses a spring-loaded machine called a reformer to provide adjustable resistance and guide precise, controlled movement. Itās highly effective for rehabilitating joint, muscle, back, neck, and shoulder pain, as the resistance can be easily modified to match each stage of your recovery.
Who can benefit from Pilates?
Pilates can benefit a wide range of people, from athletes to the elderly, as well as those recovering from injury or living with chronic conditions. It is particularly effective for:
- Back and neck pain
- Posture
- Core strengtheningĀ
- Pre and postnatal conditioning
- Rehabilitation after injury or surgery
- Enhancing overall fitness, coordination, and mobility
Questions,
Answered With Clarity
If you are unsure if clinical pilates is suitable for you please contact us at info@chester-osteo-physio.co.uk or call 07541092579 for a no obligation chat to find out what your best option is.
What is the difference between Pilates and Clinical Pilates?
Traditional Pilates is a general exercise method designed to improve overall strength and flexibility. Clinical Pilates, on the other hand, is individualised, created by our expert pilates instructor based on your specific needs, injuries, and goals. Clinical Pilates often incorporates targeted exercises using equipment like the reformer or mat, and includes ongoing assessment to ensure safe progression.
What is the benefit of Reformer Pilates?
Reformer Pilates uses a specialised machine with springs and pulleys to provide adjustable resistance. This helps you build strength and stability while supporting proper alignment and range of motion. Benefits include:
- Improved total body and core strength
- Increased flexibility and balance
- Low-impact, joint-friendly movement
- Enhanced body awareness and control
- Ability to tailor resistance for beginner or advanced training
Can I do Clinical Pilates as a beginner?
Clinical Pilates is ideal for beginners, as each session is tailored to your body and ability. Your instructor will guide you through safe, effective movements and ensure you progress at your own pace. Itās a gentle but powerful way to start building strength and confidence in movement.
Do I need mat or Reformer Pilates?
It is up to you what you prefer and guided sessions will be tailored to your specific needs and preferences. Often the reformer can be used to build strength and improve mobility which allows for harder mat exercises to be carried out in your own time.