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There are a number of benefits of Pilates training but let’s pick just three:
1: Trunk Stability (Core and Pelvis)
Don’t underestimate the importance of pelvic stability. Our pelvis is the powerhouse of the body. So often, as physiotherapists, we see clients come in with back, hip or knee pain but the actual issue on assessment stems for poor pelvic stability. If this area is weak then something above or below has got to compensate which can lead to injuries. Yes, manual work can help relieve your pain short term but you have to strengthen the body in order to prevent reoccurrences.
Let us give you the tools to take ownership of your health.
2: Body Awareness
Being in tune with your body and understanding about your posture in sitting, standing, during activity and knowing the signals of how to modify is a game changer.
Prevent the need to have to go to physio by learning the about the body and how to hold yourself in every position.
For example, have you ever gone to physio and can’t believe how challenging a simple balance exercise is until they assess you? Usually this is only assessed due to the injury that you are seeing them for. In Pilates, balance exercises are key to our programs.
3: Joint mobility and range
How frequently do you actually move your joints through their full range of motion day to day? It is so importance that our joints get movement through their range to keep them healthy, like oiling a bike chain. With our mobility and stretch series, learn how to full move your whole body through its available range of motion.
Carrie and Sinead are senior physiotherapists, clinical pilates instructors and avid runners with over 20years experience working within the private and sporting sectors.
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What is NEUROPLASTICITY & NEURO PILATES?? 🧠
Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to change and adapt by forming new connections.
Pilates can help this process by stimulating self-repair and reorganisation of the brain, strengthening connections relating to functional movements, balance and coordination.
Neuropilates is a type of Pilates that combines Pilates principles with neurological rehabilitation. It can be very effective for people who have suffered a brain injury or condition such as MS, Parkinson’s or Stroke.
Our Physiotherapists can work with you on a 1:1 basis and tailor your sessions to your individual needs. They can modify exercises and may include more functional positions, increased repetitions with reduced load and visualisation/tactile cues.
If you prefer a class session, our Physiotherapists can set up studio sessions with up to 3 clients working on their own individual programs but still with that support and individualised care.
Pilates should be and can be accessible for everyone. Our Physiotherapists have the knowledge and experience to support you whatever your needs x
Book an appointment with our Physiotherapists online or call the clinic for more information x
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Did you know that strength training is not just about muscle?
It’s also crucial for bone health 🦴
Studies show that weight bearing exercises like squats and lunges can significantly improve bone density in women especially those experiencing hormonal changes post-menopause 💪
#menopause #fallspreventionweek #perimenopause #osteoporosis #osteopenia
Monday 11am - 12pm FALLS PREVENTION MAT CLASS: Stability and Strength
Book through the website or 📞 clinic x
Staying active isn’t just about cardio vascular fitness, it’s a key strategy in falls prevention especially as we age.
Tailored exercise programs that include balance and functional fitness have been proven to significantly reduce the risk of falls in older adults.
Try these exercises from Physiotherapist Lara to improve your balance. Lara runs weekly Falls Prevention Classes for anyone looking to improve their balance and mobility. Book in for a 1:1 assessment with Lara and she can tailor a program to your specific needs or guide you to one of her classes 🥳
Let’s focus on getting stronger as we age 💪
#fallspreventionweek2024 #fallsprevention #balanceexercise #physiopilates #staystrong
Week 2 of our 7 week block is underway!
It’s not too late to join one of our Mat or Reformer Blocks for this term! Booking is NOW available through the website!! 🥳
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Wednesday Workouts- who is joining us for some movement in the morning?! ⏰ 💪🧘♀️🔥
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Did you know we have Physio Led Barre classes available?
Book your space in this terms block by following the link in stories 🔗 blocks are 7weeks long but you can join midway through our blocks and only pay for the weeks left, call reception if you have any questions x
Our Women’s Health Physiotherapist’s have specialist training in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy as well as Pilates training meaning we can support you throughout your pregnancy and beyond. Our aim is to empower women with the knowledge and tools to help them feel confident in their changing bodies.
Women’s Health Physio’s can treat conditions such as:
Urinary Incontinence
Pelvic Pain
Diastasis Recti
Painful Sex
Scar management
Postural Changes
Our Mat Classes run as blocks of 7 weekly classes. When you sign up to a block, you will have the option to highlight classes you will not be here for and be issued ‘make-up class’ credits to use in other classes during the block term. These could be any mat class or Barre class that has free spaces in them. You must use your credits within the block term.
Please click the ‘book a class’ button on our homepage for a full list of classes and descriptions which are running this block.
BEGINNER Pilates classes teach the principles and foundations of Pilates. We progressively layer exercises meaning those who have been coming for longer can be challenged yet those new to class can be guided to suit them, meaning everyone feels safely supported and challenged.
INTERMEDIATE classes build on the foundational Pilates principles and add fun and challenging sequences to further develop strength, flexibility and stability.
PILATES FOR RUNNERS – these Physio led classes aim to progressively improve your strength, postural endurance, mobility and biomechanics to elevate your overall running performance and recovery.
PILATES FOR DANCERS classes are run by our Dance Specialist Physiotherapist Shannon and are specifically designed for children
POST-NATAL classes are run by a specialised physiotherapist with further training in women’s health and post-natal exercise and are suitable for people with 12 week olds and up. It is a beginner to intermediate level class that promotes optimal posture, flexibility and strength, specifically focussing on abdominal and pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation. You must be cleared by your doctor for exercise and book in for an Initial Pilates assessment with a physiotherapist first.
The Initial Assessment will also include screening for bladder, bowel, sexual pain, musculoskeletal issues or injuries, and your exercise goals and aims. Depending on these results, the physiotherapist can delve deeper into making a management plan to suit you. This assessment may also involve assessing some of the common exercises found in the class you’re going to be attending to give you a chance to practise your technique in a more supervised way.
PRE-NATAL classes are run by a specialised physiotherapist with further training in pre & post-natal exercise and are suitable for people 2nd to 3rd trimester. It is a beginner to intermediate level class that promotes optimal posture, flexibility and strength, specifically focussing on abdominal and pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation. You must fill out a thorough screening questionnaire throughout your block and are encouraged to come for an initial 1:1 Clinical Pilates appointment first.
FALLS PREVENTION classes are designed to promote muscle strength, bone health and improve balance to reduce the consequences of the ageing process allowing you to stay strong and functional enjoying a healthy and active lifestyle.
ASSISTED PILATES CLASSES classes are taken by our Neuro Physiotherapist Lynnssay and are suitable for those who find movement/exercise challenging or those living with a long term health condition (such as osteoporosis, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia etc) which limit your ability to exercise. This class can be modified – aiming to make Pilates accessible to all.
PILATES FOR KIDS
PILATES FOR GOLFERS
Our group reformer classes have up to 6 people in them and are taken by our highly experienced Physiotherapists and Pilates Instructors.
The use of Reformer beds, magic circles and weights are an excellent way of adding resistance to exercises, which means you get a full body program that focuses on getting the most out of the class for you.
We have a wide range of classes from beginner classes to pre & post natal reformer. We also have sports specific classes and various levels. Please follow the ‘book a class’ button on home page to see a full list of all classes currently on offer
Studio Pilates involves one of our highly experienced Pilates Instructors or Physiotherapists designing a personalised program that addresses your specific needs and goals. Our Studio Pilates classes are capped at three people, so you have an expert guiding you for your whole session with a more individualised approach. We will use a variety of equipment including reformer, trapeze and the barrel. All of those wishing to join studio sessions are encouraged to book in for an initial Pilates 1:1 Session first and advise you from here.
They can take a detailed history and assessment then will go over the foundations with you, including breathing and how to activate your deep core muscles and pelvic floor correctly. They will also advise you on the best next steps, whether that might be doing a couple of 1:1 sessions first before going into classes – they will provide you with the confidence and support you need.
Clinical Pilates sessions are led by our highly skilled physiotherapists. The sessions utilise a mix of the studio equipment including reformers and trapeze table amongst others depending on your individual needs. Our physiotherapists have extensive experience and training using Pilates as an effective rehab tool and will tailor a programme to your specific needs. Whether it’s for post-natal recovery, post operative rehabilitation or an elite athlete looking for an injury prevention and sports conditioning programme, we will support you in achieving whatever your goals. Before attending these sessions, you will need to book an Initial Pilates Assessment with a Physiotherapist.
Remedial Massage
Our massage therapist uses techniques to treat muscular problems where there is significant pain or loss of movement. This style of massage is designed for the treatment of short and long term injuries. Deeply mobilising, this form of massage uses firm pressure and stretching to loosen key areas of tightness, restoring flexibility and movement
Sports Massage
Our massage therapist works on specific muscles, taking into account the injuries that the individuals sport may put on their body.
Our physiotherapists are trained to diagnose, manage and treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. They are also skilled in continuing rehabilitation after surgery, coordinating treatment protocols, liaising with surgeons and GPs in order to achieve best possible outcomes.
We use manual therapy and hands-on techniques to assess and treat the area of discomfort. We will also help identify the factors that cause and aggravate your condition, such as postural, work and lifestyle habits and can provide exercise therapy and strategies to enhance your recovery and reduce injury recurrence.
Conditions we treat include:
Back and Neck pain
Sporting Injuries
Tendonpathies
Muscle Strains
Repetitive strain injuries
Pre/Post Natal
Post-Operative
Sports conditioning
Rehabilitation
