Clinical Pilates in Singapore
What is Pilates?
Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise which emphasises proper postural alignment, core strength, and muscle balance. Clinical Pilates promotes flexibility while maintaining strong muscular and postural strength, offering a comprehensive approach to overall fitness.
Developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, this fitness system was designed to optimise physical fitness for people at every level of physical ability. It requires concentration and focus to control the body through precise movements. Each exercise has a specific placement and rhythm that moves in sync with every breath. Apart from being a holistic workout, Pilates can also be used for injury rehabilitation and physical therapy, making it a valuable addition to any rehabilitation center‘s program. Whether for fitness or recovery, Pilates helps individuals improve both strength and flexibility in a safe, controlled environment.
Benefits Of Pilates
- Increases flexibility
- Promotes balanced muscular and core strength
- Improves posture awareness
- Improves physical coordination and balance
- Increases muscular strength and tones the body
Pilates is designed for everyone, from beginner to advanced. Although flexibility is an inherent part of Pilates, it can be improved with sufficient effort. Pilates can be customised to suit each individual’s flexibility too.
Clinical Pilates At Rapid Physiocare
Here at Rapid Physiocare, our Clinical Pilates sessions are conducted in pairs to provide exclusive attention during the workout. You may need to start with 1:1 sessions to grasp the basics before moving on to group sessions.
Sessions are supervised by our Physiotherapists and Rehab Therapists in Singapore and are customised to cater to each individual based on your fitness level. Specific and detailed instructions will be given to provide accurate feedback, which is critical to optimise your performance in the mastery of Pilates. Clinical Pilates is safe for people with various injuries and disabilities, including individuals undergoing physical therapy in Singapore for joint and spinal injuries. Whether you’re looking for posture correction in Singapore or rehabilitation, our physical therapy clinic provides a supportive environment tailored to your recovery and fitness goals.
Conditions which can benefit from Pilates:
Lower Back
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Lumbar Discogenic Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Crossed Syndrome
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Mechanical Back Pain
Upper Back
- Kyphosis
- Upper-Crossed Syndrome
Shoulder
- Rotator Cuff Injury
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Instability
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Supraspinatus Injury
- SLAP lesion
- Shoulder Impingement
Lower Limb
- Hamstring Strain
- Hip Osteoarthritis
- Piriformis Syndrome
- Lower Crossed Syndrome
- Groin Strain
- Knee Osteoarthritis
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Drop us an email at enquiries@rapidphysiocare.com or call +65 6904 4900 to enquire about our Clinical Pilates services in Singapore and discover how we can help you move freely and live better.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between clinical Pilates and Pilates?
Clinical Pilates is taught or prescribed by a physiotherapist and is adapted to treat injuries, pain or mobility issues. It focuses on rehab: assessment, individual progressions and exercises that protect injured tissues.
Pilates (general/fitness Pilates) is often taught in group classes and focuses on fitness, flexibility and core strength for able-bodied people. Both use similar exercises, but clinical Pilates is medical, goal-directed and safer when you have a medical condition.
What is clinical Pilates?
Clinical Pilates is a structured exercise programme led by a physiotherapist that uses Pilates principles (breath, control, core stability, alignment) to reduce pain, restore movement, improve posture and build safe strength. It’s personalised to your condition and progressed as you improve.
Is clinical Pilates good for weight loss?
Clinical Pilates helps indirectly: it builds muscle tone, improves posture and increases activity levels, which supports metabolism. But Pilates alone usually won’t results in large weight loss. It is best tocombine it with regular aerobic activity (walking, cycling), healthy eating, and overall calorie control for best results.
What are the benefits of clinical Pilates?
The benefits include:
- Reduced pain and stiffness
- Better core and spinal stability
- Improved posture and movement control
- Faster, safer return to daily activities or sport
Lower risk of re-injury when exercises are done correctly
Can Pilates change your body shape?
Yes — over time Pilates can improve muscle tone, posture and how your body carries itself, which often changes appearance (tighter core, lifted posture). Large fat loss or dramatic shape change needs added aerobic exercise and dietary changes.
How many times a week should I do Pilates?
For most people aiming for fitness or pain control: 2–4 times a week (mix of supervised clinical sessions and short home routines). If you’re recovering from injury, start with supervised sessions 2–3 times a week as advised by your physiotherapist.
