What is Group Rehabilitation/Core Strengthening?
Our rehabilitation approach incorporates The Pilates method and principles. The Pilates method is a system of exercises that was originally developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920’s. Pilates is system of exercises designed to promote strong core postural muscle strength, including the abdominals, back and buttocks which is especially useful in the rehabilitation and prevention of injuries.
The Many leading back specialists endorse this method as the therapy of choice to prevent surgery and/or assist in rehabilitation post-surgery. Our specially trained Physiotherapist will prescribe the appropriate exercises specific to the goals and needs of each client. Close supervision by a specially trained Physiotherapist is necessary to execute the exercises correctly, prevent injury with the exercises and achieve the goals of the program.
At Rehabcorp Physiotherapy we have state-of-the-art equipment in our Exercise Studio/Gym including a Pilates Reformer, Multi-chair and Trapeze Table. We also have Exercise Mats, Foam Rollers, Magic Circles, Theraband, Gym Balls, Sliding Discs, Gym Sticks and Chi balls for our Mat Classes. Our exercise studio is used for Individual sessions and Group Classes. Individual training enables the clients to understand and refine the basics of the exercise repertoire and obtain an individually tailored program using the correct equipment to meet their physical requirements. Group Exercise Classes are also conducted in our studio with a maximum of 8 people per class.
Rehabcorp Physiotherapy uses a system of exercises that provides the following benefits to the body:
- Strengthens core postural muscle strength, including the abdominals, back and buttocks, which is especially useful in the rehabilitation and prevention of injuries.
- Improves & Maintains Posture
- Improves & Maintains Balance & Coordination
- Improves & Maintains Flexibility of joints and muscles
- Improves & Maintains Pelvic Floor Control
- Develops General Muscle Tone and a Balanced Body without building muscle bulk.
- Pilates workouts can also assist in weight loss and cardiovascular/aerobics conditioning
- Regular practice of Pilates also develops concentration, focus and the body-mind connection enabling benefits to be attained similar to those of meditation.
All exercises are low impact, focusing on controlled and precise movements, rather than high repetitions and are performed on a mat or using equipment.
Exercise Timetable
Please visit our Exercise Timetable for more information regarding our Group Exercise Classes.
