MD Health Paddington

MD Health Paddington is a clinical exercise and allied-health studio focused on helping people manage pain, recover from injury and build strength for everyday life. Its main offering is personalised Clinical Pilates and Reformer Pilates, with programs developed around each client’s health, fitness, pain levels and goals. Sessions may combine mat work and Pilates equipment, with attention to core stability, posture, body control, flexibility, breathing and controlled strength development.

The starting point is a Full Body Assessment, where the team discusses your history and goals and uses strength tests to identify areas to work on. This assessment is free for new clients, or returning clients who have not attended for at least six months and plan to take part in the 13 Week Clinical Pilates Program. The assessment is then used to create an individualised treatment plan, rather than placing everyone into the same routine. The studio recommends Clinical Exercise and Pilates twice a week during the 13-week program, which is presented as a suggested structure rather than a lock-in contract.

The Paddington, Brisbane clinic is suited to people recovering after surgery or injury, managing ongoing neck or back pain, or looking to improve mobility, flexibility, posture and general strength. The website also outlines pregnancy and post-natal exercise support, with programs adapted to help develop pelvic floor, abdominal and overall strength. Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology appointments are also available, although initial appointments for these services are paid rather than covered by the free assessment.

MD Health was founded in 2002 by Managing Director and Senior Physiotherapist Michael Dermansky. Its approach begins with core stability before progressing towards strength and conditioning, and the Paddington team includes Branch Manager and Physiotherapist Will Ryan and Practice Manager Stephanie Spiteri. Additional services listed by the studio include Osteopathy, Myotherapy, ergonomic assessment, nutrition information and HIIT sessions such as cycling, boxing, plyometrics and triathlon training. With its assessment-led approach and range of clinical exercise services, it is a practical option for solo clients seeking guided rehabilitation or a structured return to fitness.