Submitted by Penrose & Associates Physical Therapy
If you’ve been struggling with back pain or pelvic floor issues, or simply want to build a stronger and more resilient core, Pilates might be the missing link in your recovery and wellness journey. Many people believe that back pain is just something to live with—but the truth is, there are highly effective, low-impact ways to support and heal your spine, starting from the inside out. One of the most powerful tools? Pilates.
Why Back Pain and Pelvic Floor Issues Are Connected
Your spine, core, and pelvic floor function as a team. When one of these systems is not working well, the others are forced to compensate. The pelvic floor muscles are part of your deep core support system and play a vital role in posture, stability, and controlling pressure during movement. If these muscles are weak, overly tight, or poorly coordinated, your back often takes the hit.
Common symptoms like low back pain, pelvic pressure, urinary leakage, or a feeling of core weakness can be signs that your body needs a more integrated approach to healing.
How Pilates Helps
Pilates is a form of movement therapy that focuses on strengthening the deep stabilizing muscles of the body—including the abdominal muscles, glutes, back extensors, and pelvic floor—through controlled, mindful movement. Here’s how it can help:
- Improves Core Strength and Control: Unlike traditional workouts that often emphasize large, global muscles, Pilates targets the deep stabilizers that protect the spine and support the pelvis.
- Enhances Pelvic Floor Function: Many Pilates exercises naturally incorporate the pelvic floor. With proper guidance, you can learn how to engage and relax these muscles to reduce strain and improve bladder control and core stability.
- Restores Alignment and Posture: Pilates helps correct imbalances and improves the way you carry yourself, reducing stress on the lower back and hips.
- Teaches Breath and Pressure Management: You’ll learn to coordinate breathing with movement, which is essential for managing intra-abdominal pressure and protecting the spine and pelvic floor during lifting, bending, or daily tasks.
- Low Impact, High Value: Pilates is gentle on joints while still being incredibly effective. Whether you’re recovering from injury, surgery, childbirth, or just trying to prevent problems, Pilates can be scaled to your level.
Who Is Pilates For?
You don’t have to be a dancer, super fit, or even pain-free to start Pilates. In fact, Pilates is often recommended by physical therapists for:
- Individuals recovering from back injuries
- People with pelvic floor dysfunction or incontinence
- Postpartum women or those with diastasis recti
- Anyone experiencing core weakness or instability
- Adults looking to age well, move better, and feel stronger
If you’ve felt stuck in your recovery or are looking for something to finally make a difference in how your body feels, this is your invitation to take the next step.
Join Us for Our Free Pilates Seminar, July 30, at 6 p.m.
At Penrose Physical Therapy, we’re offering a free Pilates seminar for anyone looking to improve spinal health, strengthen their core, or find a better solution for back pain or pelvic floor issues. This session will include:
- A 15-minute educational talk about the connection between Pilates, the core, and pelvic floor
- A 30-minute guided Pilates class led by a skilled instructor
- Practical tips you can take home immediately
Bring a yoga mat if you have one (we have 15 available if you don’t – just let us know if you need one reserved for you)
Location: Penrose Physical Therapy, 1445 Galaxy Dr. Suite 301, Lacey, WA 98516
RSVP required: online, email us at info@penrosept.com or call or text 360.456.1444.
Space is limited to 20 participants – don’t wait!
