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Using Pilates to treat long-term back pain

Tue Sept. 20th 2016

Have you tried gym exercises but failed. Frustrated with putting in the hard yards with no results?

Pilates can be effective for the treatment of long term back pain. It is a form of exercise that focuses entirely on core stability. It has a vast range of intensities to suit young or old, male or female, weekend warriors to the professional athlete. You can expect a great abdominal workout during Pilates. Having good core strength and control will also help with you achieve you goals. You’ll get stronger; more sculpted muscles and gain flexibility. You may also have better posture and a better sense of well-being.

Physiotherapists trained in Pilates

RJ Physio offers postgraduate Pilates trained physiotherapists who can provide one on one supervision for intensive rehabilitation. Some injuries will have partial funding from ACC to assist in your recovery,

Call us today to discuss if Pilates is right for you.

  • "Having qualifications in Pilates, my goals with my clients are to restore their movement and strength. Our specialized equipment helps this in a fun and friendly way. RJ Physio has group classes and well as individual sessions, so we can tailor to your specific needs. Pilates can help return you to work, sports and reduce your pain and increase your performance. Call me today and I can discuss your Pilates options."

    Pip Greenwood

  • "I enjoy treating knees, and here at RJ Physio we see many knee injuries and clients suffering from knee pain. Having a great knowledge of how the knee works and wonderful facilities at RJ Physio, including two gyms and a Pilates studio, anyone with a knee problem should see the team. Call me today to see if can help you with your knee pain."

    Hamish Donnison

  • "If you have issues with your footwear, running or walking biomechanics, or any pain in your feet – call me for an appointment today. I am a podiatrist specialising in sports podiatry, I can customise orthotics for you, prescribe exercises and advise you on the best way of managing your pain."

    Dale Gooding

  • "Having experienced headache’s and neck pain myself I have become an expert at treating them. I have qualified with my post-graduate diploma in manipulative therapy, and love sorting out my client’s stiff and painful necks, helping them with their posture and returning them to work."

    Leighton Wills