Finding the Right Pilates Reformer for Knee Rehab

Depending on your lifestyle and genetics, your knees can wear down over time, be vulnerable to chronic pain conditions, or need recovery after a sudden knee injury. Pilates is widely regarded as a beneficial activity for knee rehab and continuing to maintain a focus on fitness while recovering from injuries. While the basics of body resistance exercises from Pilates experts offer plenty of muscle-building and strengthening options, exercises done with a Pilates Reformer offer even rehabilitation. 

At BASI Systems, we provide both Reformers and Compact Reformers that are ideal for studios of all shapes and sizes. Learn more about the benefits of Pilates Reformers for knee rehabilitation, as well as how to access those benefits with either a Reformer or a Compact Reformer. 

Benefits of Pilates Reformers for Knee Rehab

Doctors and rehabilitation specialists will frequently recommend patients recovering from knee injuries (or those seeking to manage chronic pain) try Pilates. Taking it one step further by participating in sessions with a Pilates Reformer will give users even more benefits than flexibility and strength training alone can provide. Consider benefits such as: 

• Movement control: Pilates Reformers add greater resistance to movements, allowing for the targeted conditioning of specific muscles. BASI's Reformers have multiple springs and fine-tuned mechanisms for smoother motion and more customizable setups for more support and safety.
• Progressive Strength Training: Over time, you can adjust the springs and resistance levels of the Reformer to make measurable progress on every exercise. 
• Versatility: Reformers can be arranged in multiple different positions. As a result, users can change the heights of different equipment to accommodate their body shape. Add more resistance to increase strength over time, and add accessories like towers to access even more exercise options. 
• Support: Unsupported exercises carry the risk of poor form, overextension, and injury. But Reformers from BASI offer comprehensive support for your neck, head, back, and joints during exercise. 

BASI Pilates Reformers offer additional value for rehabilitation applications. The cushion has orthopedic padding, the footbar can sit at five different angles to accommodate different positions, and it's built with long-lasting materials suited for personal use, studios, or rehabilitation clinics. 

BASI Pilates Reformer for Knee Rehab

Our standard BASI Pilates Reformer is equipped with an innovative Enhanced Pulley System (EPS) that includes multiple resistance springs for customized levels of resistance and exercise difficulty. Not only can you adjust the tension easily to suit every exercise in a session, but you can also make numerous adjustments to the headrest, footbar, shoulder rests, and bench. That means you can modify the bench before every exercise so it perfectly aligns with your body's needs, increasing support and reducing the risk of injury. The Pilates Reformer is also customizable with different leg heights—tall and medium legs are available to make it easier for clients with knee injuries to get on and off the carriage. 

Some specific exercises include knee stretches and hamstring bridges. 

BASI Compact Reformer for Knee Rehab

The BASI Compact Reformer offers users the same quality of experience and rehabilitation. It has a smaller footprint because of the slightly shorter and narrower bench. However, this compact size makes it much more versatile—studio owners can increase class size to offer accessible exercises to a wider variety of client experience levels. This Reformer includes five springs, adjustments for the headrest and footbar, and all the same comfortable support of the standard Reformer.  

Additional Accessories for Knee Rehab Exercises

Augment your knee rehabilitation with two additional Pilates options. The Wunda Chair allows you to utilize unique exercises like footwork,  resistance through a foot pedal, and standing leg pumps for whole-leg strength building. Its focus on core strength is also helpful if you've had long recovery periods without sustained exercise. 

Users can also add the Tower accessory  or full Trapeze/Cadillac frame to their Reformer. This facilitates more footwork exercises and knee extension work. 

Start Knee Rehab with the Right Reformer From BASI Systems