Clinical Pilates at Total Physiotherapy is an individualised Pilates session designed by your Pilates-certified physiotherapist to address your specific needs.

The initial session (45 min) will involve an assessment to cover any past or current medical conditions, injuries or focus areas you wish to target. We then begin with an introduction to the breathing techniques used in Pilates and the foundational positions we work in. This allows us to determine whether there are any positions or movements that are not comfortable for you or may need modifications. 

Each subsequent session (30 min) is then designed specifically for you or your group, to ensure it is delivered at an appropriate level, targeting the desired areas, and does not cause any discomfort or pain. Your instructor will describe exactly what you should be feeling during each movement and the intended target area. If you do not feel what the instructor describes, they will assist you in modifying the movement until you are able to achieve the desired effect from the exercise.  

We currently offer the following sessions: 

• 1:1 (You + Instructor) 

• 2:1 (You + Friend + Instructor) 

• 3:1 (Group of 3 + Instructor) 

• 4:1 (Group of 4 + Instructor) 

Clinical Pilates is a fantastic way to build strength and control in your body and can be suitable for any individual, however there are several conditions which will especially find great benefit from practicing Clinical Pilates, including but not limited to: 

• Scoliosis 

• Low Back Pain 

• Neck Pain 

• Chronic Glute Weakness 

• Tension Headaches 

• Postnatal Return to Exercise 

• Femoroacetabular Impingement 

• Shoulder Instability 

• Osteoporosis 

• Hypermobility 

Megan Schneider

Megan is an APA registered Physiotherapist and ESSA certified Pilates instructor, who holds a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and a Masters in Physiotherapy. Megan has experience training and performing in circus around the world for 20 years. She understands the importance of having a strong and stable core whilst allowing for length through the body for optimum performance and presentation.  

Megan started practicing Pilates 6 years ago and soon found that the benefits of Pilates-style training improved her performance across other training modalities. Having completed her certification and working as a Physiotherapist, Megan realised Pilates could be used to help treat a range of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions and has had great success in leading our "Thrive Spines" classes for individuals who experience back pain. Using her understanding of MSK conditions and passion for Pilates, Megan will develop a tailored approach to pilates to suit any individual. 

Kathryn Melvin

Kathryn is an APPI-certified Pilates instructor (Level 1, 2 and 3) and is an advocate for the use of clinical pilates for pain management, improving function, injury prevention and rehabilitation. She is a firm believer that exercise is medicine, and is passionate about the power of exercise in keeping people healthy both physically and mentally.

Enquiries 

If you are interested in commencing Clinical Pilates, contact our clinic directly via phone or email, or book an initial session with Megan or Kathryn  online via our website.