PILATES meets Therapy

Integrating therapeutic pilates techniques with an evidence-based approach.

At our clinic

Movement is Medicine

Our practice integrates therapeutic Pilates techniques with an evidence-based approach to enhance mobility, prevent injury, and optimize overall health. Whether supporting individuals through life transitions, injury recovery, or pain management, Functional Pilates is committed to fostering longevity and vitality at every stage of life.

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Specialties

What we Use Pilates to treat

Balance Disorders

Improving stability, coordination, and confidence in movement to prevent falls and enhance mobility.

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Back Pain

Targeted Pilates-based exercises to strengthen the core, improve posture, and alleviate chronic or acute pain.

Osteoporosis & Osteopenia

Safe, weight-bearing movements designed to strengthen bones and improve overall musculoskeletal health.

Prenatal Pilates

Tailored exercises to support pregnancy, strengthen core, improve posture, and prepare the body for labor and delivery.

Postpartum Recovery

Specialized exercises to restore core strength, improve pelvic floor function, and support postnatal healing.

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Orthopedic Injuries

Rehabilitation and movement therapy for joint, muscle, and ligament injuries to aid recovery.

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Generalized Strengthening

A full-body approach to building strength, endurance, and flexibility for overall wellness and wellness through the aging process.

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1:1 Pilates

Tailored movement strategies to enhance daily activities, optimize mobility, and improve overall strength/coordination.

Book an appointment

Schedule a comprehensive evaluation to understand your unique movement patterns, pain points, functional needs; and how Functional Pilates can help!

Founding Functional Pilates

Meet Becca Sheade

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Becca is a licensed occupational therapist of 17 years. Becca worked with pediatrics the first 14 years of her career and owned and managed Elgin Pediatric Therapy, a multi-disciplinary clinic. After sustaining and rehabbing from a significant knee injury, using Pilates principles, she moved into the ortho space. Becca studied Pilates at The Lab in Chicago in 2023. Becca has a specialty interest of working with people in perimenopause and menopause and finished the Buff Bones certification as well as PCES to work with prenatal and postnatal mothers. Becca firmly believes that movement is medicine and can be used to improve mental, physical and spiritual health. Pilates and therapy can be used to prevent the impact of aging, to rehabilitate from injuries and to manage and reduce pain through lengthening and strengthening.

Founding Functional Pilates

Meet Becca Sheade

Becca is a licensed occupational therapist of 17 years. Becca worked with pediatrics the first 14 years of her career and owned and managed Elgin Pediatric Therapy, a multi-disciplinary clinic. After sustaining and rehabbing from a significant knee injury, using Pilates principles, she moved into the ortho space. Becca studied Pilates at The Lab in Chicago in 2023. Becca has a specialty interest of working with people in perimenopause and menopause and finished the Buff Bones certification as well as PCES to work with prenatal and postnatal mothers. Becca firmly believes that movement is medicine and can be used to improve mental, physical and spiritual health. Pilates and therapy can be used to prevent the impact of aging, to rehabilitate from injuries and to manage and reduce pain through lengthening and strengthening.

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