PILATES + Physical Therapy = Relief
What is Pilates?
Developed in the 1920’s by German born Joseph H. Pilates, the Pilates Method has become widely utilized for both its rehabilitation and fitness benefits. The Pilates Method works to re- educate the body. It combines deep core strengthening, control, balance, and coordination in unique full- body movements to promote healthy movement patterns. Focuses include correct form, breathing, spinal mobility, and posture. The Pilates Method specializes in training both the mind and body to work together, towards a goal of increased body awareness and overall health.
Why do Pilates?
By stabilizing and strengthening the core muscles of the body, Pilates helps to optimize your body’s performance whether it be sitting in your car, at a desk, or doing a triathlon. A Pilates program is safe and effective for all ages and fitness levels. Benefits of Pilates include…
- Improved balance and coordination
- Increase core strength
- Improve posture
- Weight loss and toning
- Increase flexibility and range of motion
- Decrease pain level
- Improved athletic performance
Physical therapists are using Pilates to successfully treat many common injuries and conditions, including;
- Chronic neck and back pain
- Ankle injuries
- Total knee/hip replacements
- Scoliosis
- Shoulder impingement/tendonitis
- Pelvic instability
- Women's health issues
- Postural issues
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Balance disorders
- Overuse injuries
At Paradigm a blend of manual therapy and movement analysis with Pilates based rehabilitation is used to create an effective and efficient program for all types of care.
Our rehabilitation programs are individualized to meet your specific interest and needs. We use a combination of manual care techniques followed by exercise, in which we assure that specific muscle groups are being used correctly in order to prevent compensation and harmful movement patterns. Our therapists oversee the Pilates program and work closely with the Pilates rehab specialists to ensure the best care possible. A combination of both types of care leads to excellent results.
