Part 1 of this article talked about self reflection and assessment before

deciding on a pilates studio. Part 2 of the article talks about

how to ask the right questions for the pilates studio. In this last

sequel of the article, we would review pilates studios that specialises

in pilates rehabilitation and pilates pain relief.

There are many kinds of pilates studios in the trade.. Almost of them will link themselves to rehabilitation besides pilates fitness. I will give you some guidance on looking out for the correct pilates studio when you have a medical condition like back injury and slipped disc.

1.Ability to Address Specific Needs

If you have an injury, look out for a pilates studio that deals with

rehabilitation. But because Pilates is in itself a form of rehabilitative work,

most studios will offer rehabilitation of some sort. You need to dig deeper to

understand the rehabilitation work involved. Pilates rehabilitation must involve some form of manual bodywork therapy to see its effects. The staff at the pilates studio doing rehabilitation must be trained to deal with injuries and medical conditions. Check their credentials and find out where they are certified and how many years of working experience with injured clients they have.

Rehabilitation usually involves some form of assisted manual joint release and

manipulation like myofascial release in combination with specific pilates

routines. This approach helps to speed up recovery with very positive results.

Pilates instructors who are trained in rehabilitation are more expensive than

the normal fitness pilates instructors because they have more expertise to handle injuries than the rest.

Don't be afraid to ask all the necessary questions. Why settle for some

incompetent instructors and run the risk of wasting time and money with no sign

of recovery when you should strive to have a reputable instructor who can

guarantee results? Ask for testimonials and proof of credibility.

Most pilates rehabilitation programs should be pilates reformer (machine) based.

When the body is injured, the muscles are weakened, hence it is not advisable to

do pilates mat classes as there is no resistance. The springs in the pilates

reformers provide resistance and helped the weakened muscles to move. Group classes are not recommended for clients with injuries until they have been cleared by professionals.

2. Education & Credibility

Check out pilates studios whose founders are very active in the clients well being. They should be very passionate in their work and able to advise on medical conditions. Check how often the pilates instructors go for continuing

education and how they kept abreast with the newest development in the industry.

Choose studios which are the certifying studios of internationally recognised "Pilates Teacher's Certification Program" because they have to keep upgrading themseleves in order to be able to offer teaching courses. Better yet, the person who is conducting the course is the immediate

staff of the studio rather than an external overseas facilitator. This will ensure you are in the right studio!

After reading the 3 sequels of the articles, you should be able to decide for yourself which is the right pilates studio for your needs and enable you to start training right away!

Here's to your Pilates journey! Happy reforming!