By physiotherapist and certified Pilates instructor Dani Langford
What is Pilates?
It is a method of exercise/movement that focuses on alignment, stability, breathing and mobility. Pilates encompasses the body, the mind and the soul through it’s elements of relaxation, concentration and co-ordination.
What is Clinical Pilates?
It is the use of the Pilates method by a medical professional (ie. physiotherapist) as a rehabilitation tool. We focus on the principles of alignment, breath, balance, core stability, and spinal mobility. It uses numerous adaptations to original classic Pilates exercises allowing for safety and appropriate movement.
With the use of small equipment, body weight and large apparatus we are able to assist and support movement allowing engagement/access to specific muscles activation.
Who benefits from clinical Pilates?
Everyone! Pilates works each and every muscle of the core so everyone from the seasoned athlete to the injured can benefit. It can be tailored to accommodate people of all different levels.
Goals
1. Balance out muscles around joints to create stability and strength and
decrease pain.
2. Increase your body awareness and understanding of efficient movement.
3. Re-train functional movements in a safe supportive manner.
Clinical Pilates is covered by most extended benefit plans. For more information on Pilates please call 604-875-6207 or visit the Pilates Page. 
