Pilates Reformer at Physical Therapy Specialties
Gain Stability and Strength! Many of our patients need help improving strength and coordination of the muscles in their trunk, also called the “core” muscles. “Core” refers to muscles along your spine, the abdominal muscles, hips and shoulder blades. This part of the body needs stability so that the vertebrae of the spine are not strained or hurt when we move our arms and legs to lift, walk, run, etc. Our Pilates Reformer is one of the tools we use to help patients gain stability, coordination, strength, and flexibility—depending on what is needed. The Pilates Reformer uses the resistance and assistance of springs to achieve long and strong muscles without adding heavy bulk to the muscle. This is one of the reasons Pilates has become well known. Also, the instability of the rolling bed with the springs set at various levels of resistance provides various types of stability challenges that develop your core strength and help give you better balance. The stronger your core, the better your balance! When beneficial, all of the Physical Therapists at Physical Therapy Specialties enjoy incorporating the use of the Pilates Reformer into their treatment programs. Two of our therapists, Caitlin and Dina, have acquired additional education and training in Pilates-based rehabilitation which allows them to work closely with patients needing this approach to care while being available to mentor the rest of our staff in the use of Pilates.
Reyna pictured with Dina Stepanek PT
Talk to the experts! • Ida Hirst, PT • Dina Stepanek, PT • Melissa Giustino, PT • Stephen George, PT • Caitlin Cooper, PT • Jordan Washington, PT • Kristina Chang PT • Jennifer Freitas, PT • Joann Tippett, PT • Michael Petrak, PT • Jacob de Ocera PTA Email us: Ida@pt-specialties.com CALL TODAY! 925.417.8005
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