Relieve Chronic Pain with Physiotherapy-Led Reformer Pilates: A Comprehensive Approach
Introduction – Getting to know Lower Back Pain:
Chronic back pain is one of the most common and debilitating conditions affecting millions of people worldwide. It can be caused by various factors, including poor posture, injury, muscle imbalances, and age-related degeneration.
What is Chronic Back Pain?
Chronic back pain refers to pain that persists for more than 3 months. This condition can range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating pain affecting your ability to sit, stand, or even sleep.
What are the Common Symptoms of Chronic Back Pain?
Chronic back pain is persistent lower back pain that may worsen with certain activities. Common symptoms are:
- Muscle stiffness and spasms
- Radiating pain down the legs (e.g sciatica symptoms)
- Difficulty in bending, twisting, or lifting objects
- Limited mobility
- Poor posture
Impact on Daily Life:
The daily struggle with chronic back pain can lead to a reduced quality of life, impacting work, social interactions, and overall well-being. Many individuals with chronic back pain find it challenging to perform even simple tasks, leading to increased stress, frustration, and decreased physical activity.
Recent studies indicate approximately 80% of adults experience back pain at some point in their lives, with a significant percentage developing chronic pain that lasts for months or even years. Moreover, research shows that exercise therapy, such as Reformer Pilates, can be highly effective in managing and alleviating chronic back pain by improving posture, strengthening core muscles, and enhancing overall spinal mobility
How to treat chronic back pain?
Physiotherapy & Reformer Pilates can help with Chronic Back Pain
Physiotherapy focuses on restoring movement, function, relieving pain, and improving strength to help you lead a healthier, more active life.
Benefits of Physiotherapy include:
- Pain relief: through manual therapy, dry needling, exercise therapy
- Strengthening
- Posture correction: Physiotherapists can help correct poor posture habits that can contribute to back pain
- Mobility improvement: Stretching and mobility exercises can improve flexibility and range of movement
- Individualised Plans: Your physiotherapist will create a personalised treatment plan to address the root causes of your pain
- Improved psychosocial health: Physiotherapy has a positive impact on mental health & psychosocial wellbeing, for example:
- Movement and exercise for stress relief & improved sleep quality
- building confidence and independence
- Stress reduction & relaxation
- Social interaction
According to a study published in the British Medical Journal, Pilates-based exercises significantly reduce chronic back pain and improve functional capacity, particularly in improving core strength and stability
Hiya Health’s Unique Approach to treating Chronic Back Pain: Physiotherapy-Led Reformer Pilates
We believe in a holistic, tailored approach to healing chronic back pain. Our team combines evidence-based physiotherapy techniques with Reformer Pilates to give you the best of both worlds: targeted rehabilitation and functional movement.
Our approach centres on restoring function, improving posture, and enhancing muscle strength, all through personalised reformer Pilates exercises. This method is gentle yet effective for individuals with chronic pain, as it helps strengthen the surrounding muscles without putting undue stress on the body.
Special Techniques and Equipment:
We incorporate Reformer Pilates machines to provide resistance that enhances core stability, spinal alignment, and overall flexibility. Our skilled physiotherapists guide you through each movement, ensuring that exercises are performed safely and correctly to maximise benefits and minimise risk.
Tailored Treatments:
Every person’s back pain is unique. We take the time to understand your specific condition and create an individualised program that aligns with your goals—whether that’s reducing pain, improving mobility, or enhancing daily function.
Why Choose Hiya Health?
At Hiya Health, you don’t just get a treatment plan – you get a partner in your recovery. Here’s why we are trusted by patients with chronic back pain:
- Experienced Physiotherapists: With years of expertise in pain management and rehabilitation, we know exactly how to help you recover.
- Holistic Approach: We combine the latest research with specialised Reformer Pilates to create a comprehensive, effective treatment plan.
- Personalised Care: Your treatment is tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Take the First Step Towards Relief
If you’re tired of living with chronic back pain, we’re here to help. Schedule your initial consultation today and begin your journey towards a pain-free life with physiotherapy-led Reformer Pilates.
Author: Jess Olorenshaw, Senior Physiotherapist – Burleigh clinic
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References
Lin, H. T., Hung, W. C., Hung, J. L., Wu, P. S., Liaw, L. J., & Chang, J. H. (2016). Effects of pilates on patients with chronic non-specific low back pain: a systematic review. Journal of physical therapy science, 28(10), 2961–2969. https://doi.org/10.1589/jpts.28.2961
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Different doses of Pilates-based exercise therapy for chronic low back pain: a randomised controlled trial with economic evaluation
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Patti, A., Thornton, J. S., Giustino, V., Drid, P., Paoli, A., Schulz, J. M., Palma, A., & Bianco, A. (2024). Effectiveness of Pilates exercise on low back pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Disability and rehabilitation, 46(16), 3535–3548. https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2023.2251404
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