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Clinical Pilates uses Pilates-based exercises tailored for rehabilitation, posture and pain management. Sessions focus on controlled movement, breathing, strength and stability—often supporting recovery from back pain and other musculoskeletal issues.

Unlike general fitness classes, clinical sessions are adapted to your symptoms, movement limitations and goals.

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Clinical Pilates uses Pilates-based exercises tailored for rehabilitation, posture and pain management. Sessions focus on controlled movement, breathing, strength and stability—often supporting recovery from back pain and other musculoskeletal issues.

Unlike general fitness classes, clinical sessions are adapted to your symptoms, movement limitations and goals.

Clinical Pilates is a rehabilitation-focused approach that adapts Pilates principles (control, alignment, breathing and core stability) to support recovery and long-term movement confidence. It is often delivered by physiotherapists or appropriately trained movement professionals working within a clinical framework.

What happens in a clinical Pilates session?

You will usually start with an assessment of symptoms, movement patterns, strength, mobility and control. Exercises are then selected and progressed gradually. Sessions may be one-to-one or in small groups, with close supervision to ensure technique is safe and effective.

What can clinical Pilates help with?

  • Lower back pain and recurrent flare-ups
  • Postural pain and desk-related discomfort
  • Neck/shoulder tension linked to movement habits
  • Limited mobility and confidence after injury
  • Long-term strength and stability goals

How it fits into recovery

Clinical Pilates works best as part of a broader plan that includes education, graded activity and (where relevant) strength conditioning. A good programme will progress you from basic control to functional movements that match your real-life demands.

Safety and suitability

Clinical Pilates is generally low risk when properly adapted. If you have acute injury, severe pain, neurological symptoms or red-flag signs, seek medical assessment and work with an appropriately qualified clinician.



Sophie Howlett

Sophie Howlett

Sophie specialises in Myofascial Release and Pilates-based movement training, she helps ambitious people live without pain and perform at their highest level.

With over a decade of experience of hands-on work, Sophie is now in her fourth year of an Osteopathy degree at London School of Osteopathy.

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James Donatelli

James Donatelli

Hi, I'm James "THE ROLFER"
Pain Relief & Injury Recovery Specialist in Palm Beach, Florida.

Chronic pain, nagging injuries, or stubborn imbalances holding you back? I get it—the frustration when discomfort drains your energy, focus, performance, or edge, and quick fixes fall short.

High achievers don't let pain... [read more]

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Sophie Dhenin

Sophie Dhenin

I have been a physio since 1988 and an osteopath since 1998.........I find my work challenging and fascinating.
Every day is different, every client is different, every treatment is different
There are plenty of things I'm not so good at treating so I have surrounded myself with a team of skilled colleagues (physios,... [read more]

Acupuncture
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Massage Therapy
Myofascial Release
Osteopathy
Physiotherapy
Pilates
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Ann Kristina Hammond

Ann Kristina Hammond

We are a well established physio clinic with an excellent reputation conveniently located in the Market Square in Grantham, Lincolnshire.
We specialise in Sports Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Shockwave Therapy, Neurological Physiotherapy, Orthopaedic Physiotherapy , Cranio-sacral Therapy, Osteopathic techniques, Chiropractic techniques, Reflexology, Bowen Therapy, Sports Massage, Remedial Massage, Occupational Health and... [read more]

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Acupressure
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