Prevent and Heal Injuries
Pilates can prevent and heal many problems associated with imbalances in the body. The Pilates method addresses the body as a whole to support the healing process, but private lessons can focus on the specific injury. Exercises designed to strengthen the muscles uniformly around the spine and restore its flexibility decompress injured vertebrae and relieve disc and nerve pressure. Decompression of the spine stimulates healthy circulation to damaged spinal tissue. Exercises designed to strengthen muscles uniformly around the joints and increase the joint range of motion rehabilitate shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee and ankle injuries. Pilates is also helpful with problems related to MS, post-polio syndrome and stroke among other issues. People not only experience pain relief, but gain a sense of empowerment in the healing process. Pilates empowers people to be in control of their own health and well-being.