movement | medicine | mindset

Pilates & Physical Therapy for EDS & Hypermobility

coolidge corner, boston, ma

welcome!

We bridge movement, medicine and mindset to bring holistic, life-changing care to the hypermobile community.

Our highly siloed medical system often falls short when it comes to those with chronic, invisible conditions. So much of its humanity has been lost to speed and efficiency for insurance companies and for hospital bottom lines.

MotionMindFlow is our answer to this gap in care, a space where holistic wellbeing and sustainable change is possible for those with hypermobility.

Founded by Dr. Dana Arie and Cecily Wardell, we bring a combined 30 years in Medical Physical Therapy, Pilates, and Health & Wellness Coaching, as well as the personal experience of living - and thriving - with EDS and hypermobility.

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Explore our Services

  • 1:1 Physical Therapy

    We combine medical Physical Therapy with Pilates-based movement, specialized in hypermobility to give you holistic care and tangible improvement to your quality of life.

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  • 1:1 Pilates Sessions

    Our 1:1 pilates reformer sessions, specialized for hypermobility combine pilates-based movement with personalized flow and coaching support to empower you on your healing journey.

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  • Group Pilates Classes

    We offer small group Pilates classes and open level drop-in group class combining pilates-based movement and mindfulness for those with hypermobility. 

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Cecily Wardell & Dr. Dana Arie

a message from us to you

Your Body is not Broken.

It is wise, adaptable, and still deserving of joy, strength, and expression. Healing doesn't mean returning to some mythical version of “before.” It means learning to listen deeply, move gently, and root into safety—on your terms.

You can build a new relationship with movement that is loving, that welcomes the breath, honors pacing, and celebrates subtle progress. You can flow without forcing. You can rest and still be growing. You can move and still feel safe. You can become stronger and move through the world with a little more joy. We are honored to be on this healing journey with you.

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About Dana & Cecily

Patient Stories

  • “I have been to at least 8 PTs over the last 15 years. Nobody could help with my whole body pain until you. Coming to you every week is the highlight of my week, and I know I will continue to get stronger and stronger.”

  • "Before I started working with you I could not sit in a chair without a back because my back hurt too much. I went out last night with friends and had dinner on a barstool. Thank you for giving me the freedom to sit where I want!"

  • “I’ve only had one session so far, but your sessions give me hope for the future. This is the first hope I’ve had since my medical troubles started all those years ago.”

  • “ I always felt so calm and centered in your clinic. All my worries left my head when I was there and I could just focus on my breath and my movement. I don’t get that feeling very often so I’m really grateful.”

  • “You completely changed my outlook on my body. You showed me how to use muscles I didn’t know I even had! It was mind-blowing and now I know how to hold my body. I can’t believe I never knew this for 47 years!”

  • “I never knew what health coaching was until I met you. I also never knew how helpful it could be and for figuring out how to support myself as much as I support others.”

  • “Your classes are amazing - I love the community feel and the fact that I can finally take an exercise class where I don’t have to worry about hurting myself or falling behind others. I can’t wait for each class.”

  • “I’ve only had one session so far, but your sessions give me hope for the future. This is the first hope I’ve had since my medical troubles started all those years ago. You are giving me back my joy to live."