{"id":7475,"date":"2026-09-04T12:52:23","date_gmt":"2026-09-04T12:52:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/integrativa.pt\/?p=7475"},"modified":"2026-09-04T12:52:38","modified_gmt":"2026-09-04T12:52:38","slug":"osteoporosis-what-is-the-role-of-clinical-pilates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/integrativa.pt\/en\/osteoporose-qual-o-papel-do-pilates-clinico\/","title":{"rendered":"Osteoporosis: What is the role of Clinical Pilates?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Osteoporosis is associated with changes in bone strength and an increased risk of fracture. In this context, the practice of adapted physical exercise assumes particular importance, especially when it incorporates muscle strength training, balance, postural control, and functional movement.<\/p>\n

Clinical Pilates, when supervised by a physiotherapist and tailored to each individual's condition, can be a suitable exercise option for people with osteoporosis, contributing to the improvement of various components of physical function.<\/p>\n

What is osteoporosis?<\/h4>\n

Osteoporosis is a skeletal disease characterised by decreased bone mineral density and changes in the microarchitecture of bone tissue, which compromise bone strength and increase the risk of fracture.<\/p>\n

It can affect both men and women, although it is particularly common in older people and in women after the menopause.<\/p>\n

It is often described as a silent disease, since the loss of bone strength occurs progressively and, frequently, without obvious symptoms. In some people, the first clinical manifestation may be a fracture following low-impact trauma.<\/p>\n

The consequences of fractures associated with osteoporosis can affect mobility, functional autonomy, participation in activities of daily living and quality of life.<\/p>\n

In addition to the pharmacological approach, when indicated, non-pharmacological strategies play a relevant role in the management of osteoporosis. Among these, adapted physical exercise stands out, particularly exercise that promotes muscle strength, balance, coordination and functional capacity.<\/p>\n

Appropriate exercise practice can also help to reduce factors related to the risk of falling and help to preserve physical function throughout ageing.<\/p>\n

What is Clinical Pilates?<\/h4>\n

Clinical Pilates corresponds to an adaptation of the principles of the Pilates method to the context of physiotherapy.<\/p>\n

Your application starts from an individualised assessment, which allows factors such as clinical condition, mobility, muscle strength, balance, posture, presence of pain, history of fractures, functional capacity and each person's goals to be considered.<\/p>\n

The practice integrates principles such as:<\/p>\n