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Understanding Scope of Practice: A guide for Pilates Instructors and Advanced Fitness Professionals

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Introduction The concept of "scope of practice" is standard in professions where client safety and well-being are paramount.  It defines the boundaries within which professionals can operate based on their qualifications, training, and the standards set by regulatory bodies.  Although this concept is often associated with medical practitioners, it holds equal weight in the fitness industry, including among Pilates instructors and fitness professionals. This document explores the scope of practice for these roles, drawing comparisons to medically trained practitioners to highlight its impact on professional accountability and client safety. Scope of Practice in Medicine For medically trained practitioners, scope of practice includes all the activities they are trained and legally permitted to perform.  This encompasses diagnosing patients, prescribing treatments, and performing specific medical procedures.  Regulatory bodies ensure that practitioners only undertake t