Corrective Pilates with Dr Randy Hoysted

How Reformer & Mat Pilates Can Help with Chronic Pain, Back Pain & Post‑Natal Recovery in Keilor, Brimbank & Melbourne

If you’re searching for a Corrective Pilates clinic in Keilor, Brimbank, or greater Melbourne, it’s important to understand what Pilates can achieve according to high-quality scientific research. Under the guidance of Dr Randy Hoysted, Corrective Pilates is designed to work with your body, not against it, helping reduce pain, improve function, and support recovery after childbirth.

What Is Corrective Pilates?

Corrective Pilates is a therapeutic approach using both mat exercises and reformer bed to enhance core stability, spinal alignment, flexibility, and neuromuscular control. Unlike general fitness Pilates, the corrective model emphasises personalised assessment and movement re‑education based on individual needs (Lim et al., 2011).

Pilates & Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain

Pain Reduction and Function

Research indicates that structured Pilates programs can significantly reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain, improve functional ability, and enhance quality of life (Sekendiz, Altun, Korkusuz, & Akin, 2007). Pilates has been shown to decrease fear of movement and fatigue, improve sleep quality, and enhance daily function in adults with chronic pain (Segal, Hein, & Basford, 2004).

Mat Pilates vs Reformer Pilates

Both Mat and Reformer Pilates aim to strengthen deep core muscles that support the spine and pelvis, which are often weak in chronic low back pain (Cochrane Review, 2015).

Mat Pilates uses body weight to improve foundational strength, flexibility, and breath control, while Reformer Pilates provides adjustable resistance and support, allowing for precise and progressive movement, particularly beneficial for clients requiring extra support (Lim et al., 2011).

Pilates & Back Pain: Evidence from Research

Systematic reviews of Pilates interventions demonstrate short-term improvements in pain and functional ability for chronic low back pain when compared to no exercise or usual care (Cochrane Review, 2015). Pilates strengthens core musculature, promotes spinal stability, and enhances movement control, which are key mechanisms for reducing pain and improving function (Youdas et al., 2015).

Pilates and Post‑Natal Recovery

Pilates can play an important role in post‑natal recovery, particularly for regaining abdominal and pelvic floor strength. Clinical pilot studies indicate Pilates-based therapy can significantly reduce back pain and improve core strength and flexibility following childbirth (da Silva et al., 2023). Supervised, evidence-informed Pilates programs are generally considered safe during the post‑natal period and can support gradual functional recovery (Bø & Artal, 2012).

How can Corrective Pilates help the community of Keilor and Brimbank?

Personalized Assessment

Every client begins with a thorough evaluation of movement, posture, strength, and pain patterns to build an individualised program (Lim et al., 2011).

Evidence-Based Approach

Exercises are selected from the clinically researched Pilates method, both mat and reformer, to target pain mechanisms and movement dysfunction.

Integrated Recovery Pathway

Pilates is part of a broader rehabilitation strategy for back pain, chronic pain conditions, or post‑natal recovery, alongside guidance from allied health professionals.

Book Your Corrective Pilates Assessment with Dr Randy Hoysted

If you live in Keilor, Brimbank, Melbourne, or surrounding suburbs and seek evidence-informed corrective Pilates for pain relief, improved function, or post‑natal recovery, book a consultation with Dr Randy Hoysted today.

👉 Book online or contact us to begin your personalised Pilates program.

References

Bø, K., & Artal, R. (2012). Exercise after pregnancy: Guidelines and evidence. International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia, 21(2), 116–123. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijoa.2012.01.004

Cochrane Review. (2015). Pilates for low back pain. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 7, CD010265. https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD010265.pub2

da Silva, T. C., de Oliveira, L., de Oliveira, L. G., & Silva, D. F. (2023). Effects of Pilates therapy in post-natal women with back pain: A pilot study. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 34, 42–49. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbmt.2022.11.005

Lim, E. C. W., Poh, R. L., Low, A. Y., & Wong, W. K. (2011). Effects of Pilates-based exercises on pain and disability in individuals with persistent low back pain. Physical Therapy, 91(1), 110–120. https://doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20100008

Segal, N. A., Hein, J., & Basford, J. R. (2004). The effects of Pilates training on flexibility and body composition: An observational study. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 85(12), 1977–1981. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2004.01.019

Sekendiz, B., Altun, O., Korkusuz, F., & Akin, S. (2007). Effects of Pilates exercise on trunk strength, endurance, and flexibility in sedentary adult females. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 11(4), 318–326. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbmt.2007.07.001

Youdas, J. W., Carey, T. S., Garrett, T. R., Harmsen, W. S., Suman, V. J., & Moffitt, L. L. (2015). Pilates-based therapeutic exercise for low back pain: A systematic review. Physical Therapy Reviews, 20(5), 335–343. https://doi.org/10.1179/1743288X15Y.0000000017