Welcome!
I'm Samantha Wood, MPT, MBA, NPCT, RYT — though you can call me Sam, and I'm thrilled you're here! I'm a physical therapist with a passion for integrative wellness. My expertise spans Pilates, yoga therapy, orthopedics, sports therapy, and functional rehabilitation. As a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher and Yoga Alliance-certified instructor, I blend traditional physical therapy with mind-body practices. I'm proud to serve as an associate faculty member for BASI Pilates and author of "Pilates for Rehabilitation".
My mission is to empower individuals on their optimal health and wellness journey. Whether you're someone with an injury, a Pilates teacher looking for ways to help better your clients, or someone who wants to travel to exotic places and have amazing adventures (weaving in wellness, of course) - I'm here to support you!
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Pilates for Rehabilitation, 2nd edition will be released on December 9th, 2025. It is available on Amazon and from Human Kinetics. This comprehensive guide teaches you how to apply proven Pilates methods to help clients recover from injuries, improve functional strength, and manage pain. With detailed exercise descriptions, indications, contraindications, and step-by-step instructions, you'll be equipped to tailor programs to your client's specific needs.
Pilates for Rehabilitation Video Series
Discover the transformative power of Pilates for rehabilitation with my online video series. Empower
yourself with the knowledge and tools to make a real difference in your clients' rehabilitation
journeys. Each video is designed to fit into your busy schedule, providing in-depth knowledge and
practical skills in a concise format.
Advanced Education Courses for Pilates Teachers
Pilates
for Injuries & Pathologies
This three-day course covers a Physical Therapy approach for clients with movement dysfunctions, focusing on the spine, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. It includes anatomy, biomechanics, specific injuries, precautions, contraindications, and BASI Pilates exercise modifications, with practical knowledge through lectures, discussions, and practice. Enhance your skills!