Clinical Reformer Pilates
What Is Clinical Reformer Pilates?
The Reformer is a piece of Pilates equipment worked on a sliding carriage that provides spring resistance. Clinical reformer Pilates describes the use of this equipment on the basis of a physiotherapy assessment, tailored to the individual.
Controlled movements are planned to support trunk stabilisation, posture and quality of movement.
Who Is It Suitable For?
Clinical reformer Pilates may be applied, after a clinical assessment, in the following situations:
Posture-Related Complaints
Musculoskeletal Imbalances
Supporting Trunk Control
Because resistance and range of movement can be adjusted to your condition, the programme can be adapted to people at different levels. Suitability is determined through clinical assessment.
Scoliosis and Posture Support
Reformer-based work does not replace scoliosis-specific physiotherapy; however, because of its contribution to trunk stabilisation and posture control, it may be considered, in appropriate cases, as a component that supports the scoliosis programme. In scoliosis, the primary approach is a scoliosis-specific, Schroth-based programme .
How Is It Used in Physiotherapy?
Clinical reformer Pilates is not treated as a stand-alone practice, but as part of an individualised physiotherapy and exercise programme. The exercises are planned together with movement control, breathing and posture awareness, and are updated as you progress.
Assessment and Process
The process begins with an assessment and proceeds with an individualised programme.
Clinical Assessment
The process begins with a clinical assessment, covering the observation of posture, movement and trunk control.
Individualised Programme
Following the assessment, an individualised programme is created.
Gradual Progression
The level of difficulty is updated gradually according to your progress.
Our Approach at Our Clinic
Details of our clinic's own approach to clinical reformer Pilates will be shared in this section soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Pilates and clinical reformer Pilates the same thing?
General Pilates can be practised in many forms, from group classes to individual sessions. Clinical reformer Pilates differs in that it is planned on the basis of a physiotherapy assessment and tailored to the individual.
Can I do it without any previous Pilates experience?
The exercises can be adapted to your level; experience is not a prerequisite. Your starting level is determined through a clinical assessment.
Is reformer Pilates enough for scoliosis?
In scoliosis, the primary approach is a scoliosis-specific, Schroth-based programme. Reformer-based work may be considered, in appropriate cases, as a component that supports this programme.
When is it appropriate to seek an assessment?
If you have posture-related complaints or are looking for a programme to support trunk control, you are welcome to get in touch for an assessment.
For Assessment and Information
You are welcome to contact us to learn more about clinical reformer Pilates or to arrange an assessment.