Clearwater Physiotherapy and Pilates

Clearwater Physiotherapy and Pilates is a highly respected studio located in Highcliffe, New Zealand. Led by the highly qualified and experienced Chartered Physiotherapist, Susanna Edwards, this studio offers a unique combination of physiotherapy and Pilates services to improve clients' well-being and help them reach their full potential.

With a holistic and collaborative approach to care, Clearwater Physiotherapy and Pilates aims to not only treat the symptoms but also address the underlying cause of the problem. Susanna provides a detailed physiotherapy assessment and works closely with clients to identify the best treatment options that suit their individual needs. She utilises various treatment techniques, including joint mobilisation, muscle strengthening, and flexibility exercises, to achieve clients' goals.

Clearwater Physiotherapy and Pilates specialises in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, such as joint conditions, muscular injuries, ligament injuries, back and neck pain, post-operative rehabilitation, mobility issues, poor posture, whiplash, headaches, overuse injuries, and muscle strength and flexibility issues. Clients can trust that they will receive personalised care and attention tailored to their specific condition.

Susanna Edwards is a registered physiotherapist under the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP) and the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (MACP). She is also part of the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) and the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP). Continuous professional development is a priority, as Susanna regularly updates her knowledge and skills to provide the highest standard of care to her clients.

Clearwater Physiotherapy and Pilates offers Pilates classes led by a physiotherapist at the Retreat New Forest. The Pilates for Wellbeing class focuses on building strength, flexibility, balance, bone health, reducing stress, and improving posture. It is a gentle class suitable for beginners or those returning to Pilates. The Healthy Bones class is specifically designed for clients with joint or bone conditions, reduced mobility, or balance issues.

This class combines standing and chair-based Pilates and aims to improve strength, bone health, balance, flexibility, and posture. Class sizes are limited to 6–8 clients per class to ensure personalised attention.

Susanna Edwards, the founder of Clearwater Physiotherapy and Pilates, has been a Chartered Physiotherapist since 2000. She holds a BSc (hons) degree in Physiotherapy and a master's degree (MSc) in Manipulative Therapy. With extensive experience in the NHS, private sector, and academia, Susanna has treated various conditions and published research in the field. She has a special interest in women's health, spinal pain and conditions, muscle imbalances, and chronic pain.

Her expertise in physiotherapy complements her training as a Pilates instructor, allowing her to offer a well-rounded approach to clients' health and well-being.