Video: Pilates for chronic back pain
This video demonstrates pilates exercises that are suitable for those with chronic back pain.
Media review due: 5 August 2025
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The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness.
Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for.
Get advice from a healthcare professional before trying them if:
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice.
About this video
A pilates-inspired workout that's suitable for people with chronic back pain.
More research is needed, but there is some evidence to suggest that pilates can be helpful for people who have lower back pain.
This 29-minute class focuses on improving the strength and flexibility of muscles that support the back.
Regular pilates practice can help with posture, muscle tone, balance and joint mobility. It can also relieve stress and tension.
These fitness videos have been created by InstructorLive and range from 10 to 45 minutes. Please note that these videos are recorded sessions of previously live webcasts.
If you like this class you may want to try pilates for arthritis and pilates for knee problems.
If you have back pain, you're recovering from an injury, or have a health condition, speak to a GP before following these classes.