CLINICAL PILATES

Developed by German-born Joseph Pilates in the early 20th Century, Pilates comprises exercises which help to develop a strong core, improve balance, co-ordination, postural control and efficiency.  These aims are achieved through eight key principles;

​Concentration, Centering, Breathing, Isolation, Routine, Precision, Control, Flowing Movement

Clinical Pilates is a variation of Traditional Pilates, continually shaped and advanced by current best practice guidelines. It is designed for people experiencing health issues, pain and for rehabilitation following injury or surgery.  Generally delivered in a 1:1 setting or small groups, pilates exercises are adapted to the appropriate level for you and your pain and progressed when possible and tolerated.  Sessions with Naomi allow you to feel and understand the strengths and weaknesses in your body and how this could be contributing to pain and dysfunction.  Clinical Pilates creates balance between muscle groups, lengthening short muscles and strengthening long muscles and encouraging optimum function throughout the body.

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Naomi uses myofascial release, joint mobilisations, soft tissue work and Kinesio-taping alongside the provision of a clear, goal centred home exercise programme. This unique combination of skills and experience allows me to assess your injury or condition and adapt your rehabilitation to work towards your tailored goals. I work with a team of medical and allied health professionals, Nutritionists, Acupuncturists and Personal Trainers to ensure an integrated approach to your health.

PILATES REFORMER

A Pilates Reformer looks like a single bed with sliding carriage and variable resistance springs.  For those who are unable to exercise in standing it allows painful joints to be strengthened safely.  You can sit, stand, lie or kneel allowing a plethora of exercises. 

Take a look at my Instagram or Facebook to see the Reformer in action

NEURO PILATES

Naomi teaches matwork Pilates classes at Surrey Hills Rehab in Smithbrook Kilns near Cranleigh.  This is a workout tailored to those with Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Stroke amongst other neurological conditions.  It is low-impact, slow-paced and is focused on improving mind-body connection and activation of our central ‘core’ muscles.

Please contact Surrey Hills Rehab for bookings: 07456641356