NORTHERN SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC

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PILATES CLASSES

All sporting movement needs a stable base, a strong core to work from. Pilates is a form of exercise which focuses on building strength in your body’s basic postural and control muscles. For some sports injuries pilates is the ideal complement to physiotherapy, multiplying the remedial effect by building a strong core as a platform to enhance effective recovery and efficient athletic development.

A stronger core through pilates is a solid base to getting you back on track.

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WHAT IS PILATES?

Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on building the strength and endurance of our core postural muscles. As a stable base is developed Pilates also works to improve the co-ordination and efficiency of our global strength muscles. It was originally developed in the 1920’s by Joseph Pilates and traditionally uses mat-based exercises, as well as specialised equipment, to improve alignment, posture, strength and co-ordination.

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HOW DOES PHYSIOTHERAPY COMBINE WITH PILATES?

Current physiotherapy research into exercise and rehabilitation has contributed to the development from the traditional Pilates exercises to what is the modern Pilates of today.

Physiotherapists at our Centre have a specialised eye for assessing and developing Pilates-based exercise regimes that are tailored to the exact needs of the individual. They combine ideas from current physiotherapy research and that of traditional Pilates to ensure the exercises are safe, efficient and effective.

This makes Pilates at our centre ideal for rehabilitation after injury and for injury prevention and general strength and co-ordination.

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WHO IS SUITED TO PILATES?

Pilates specifically focuses on improving postural endurance, stability, alignment and co-ordination. Hence it can provide benefits for those with injuries associated with instability and weakness, including low back and hip pain, thoracic and neck complaints. Pilates can also address the underlying causes of postural pains. As the programmes are individualised they can be developed to suit people of any age or fitness level from elite athletes through to post-surgical rehabilitation and senior’s fitness.

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WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

Initial Pilates sessions will involve a thorough assessment with a physiotherapist in order to determine which exercises are appropriate to prescribe for your body.

One-on-one explanation and demonstration of exercises is required to ensure correct activation of muscles and to prevent “bad habits” or overuse of tight muscles. Often real-time ultrasound is used to help this.

After the initial one-on-one sessions you will be able to progress to small group or mat classes. We use Pilates equipment (Trapeze Table and Reformers), as well as mat work and rehabilitation exercise equipment.

Wear comfortable clothing to exercise in. However Pilates is not a cardio workout!

Sessions normally run from forty-five minutes to one hour.

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IS IT POSSIBLE TO DO SOME PILATES AT HOME?

Yes! To achieve results it is best to include some home-based rehabilitation exercises.

When possible, demonstration of home exercises will be included in your Pilates sessions.

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WHAT WE OFFER

• Full compliment of Pilates and rehabilitation exercise equipment


• One-on-one classes


• Small group classes

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OUR PILATES INSTRUCTORS

Provide individually tailored programmes in one-on-one or small group classes.

All sporting movement needs a stable base, a strong core to work from. Pilates is a form of exercise which focuses on building strength in your body's basic postural and control muscles. For some sports injuries Pilates is the ideal complement to physiotherapy, multiplying the remedial effect by building a strong core as a platform to enhance effective recovery and efficient athletic development.

Richard Brock
B. Physio.
M.Msk.Phty
APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

• Graduated in 2005.
  
• Previous experience working with University Blacks AFL (Vic) and Melbourne Rebels.
  
• Special interests include acute knee and ankle injuries, hamstring injuries, orthopaedic physiotherapy, fracture management, low back and neck pain.

Roisin Duffy
B.Physio. (Hons); M.Msk & Sports Physio.
APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

• Graduated in 1995. Completed a Masters of Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapy in 2003
  
• Other post-graduate studies include Pilates, Muscle Energy Techniques, Dry Needling, Real Time Ultrasound, Medical Exercise Therapy, Mulligan, Cyriax, McKenzie, Spinal & Biomechanics
  
• Past physiotherapist for South Adelaide AFL junior teams, South Australia Softball and Dublin city marathons
  
• Special interests include pelvis, low back, neck and spinal pain, knees, shoulders, ankles and rehabilitation of core stability

Annie Fishbeck
B.Human Movement Sc. (Distinction)
M.Clin.Ex.Physiology (Rehabiliation)
Pilates Instructor and Exercise Physiologist

• Accredited Exercise Physiologist ESSAM
  
• Qualified Polestar Rehabilitation Pilates instructor and experienced studio manager
  
• Treatment focus is towards injury management and prevention
  
• Graduate of the English National Ballet and awarded the Solo Seal by the Royal Academy of Dance
  
• Performed classical ballet at a professional level in Europe

Antonia Melo
DPT, BSportExM

• Graduated from a Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT) at Macquarie University in 2016.
  
• Previous experience with Rugby and Football sports coverage with Sydney Grammar.
  
• Special interests in the rehabilitation of acute knee and ankle injuries, acute sporting injuries and return to sport rehabilitation.

Emily Read (currently on maternity leave)
B.Hlth.Sc.; M.Phty.

• Graduated 2013.
  
• Past sports trainer for Warringah Rugby Club, Knox Grammar School and Pymble Ladies College.
  
• Special interest in treating osteoarthritic pain and injuries of the lower limb.
  
• Aims to become a trained Pilates instructor in 2015.

Nathan Sculthorpe
B.Physio.; B.Arts (Sociology)

Graduated in 2010 from the University of Newcastle. Has undertaken professional development in Sport physiotherapy and Pilates

• Interest in Biomechanics and the prevention of sports related injuries, particularly multisport and endurance events. Nathan is a keen competitor in these events himself
  
• Utilises biomechanical understanding and rehabilitation knowledge for work place ergonomic assessment and advice on management and prevention of pain and injuries associated with sedentary work
  
• Values working with other health professionals on maximising holistic outcomes for his patients
  
• Prior to Physiotherapy Nathan worked for more than a decade in industry across Australia and Europe, specialising in Human Resources and recruitment, so he always has plenty to talk about!

Jessica Vanson (currently on maternity leave)
B.Physio

• Graduated in 2007 after studying Sports Science/Human Biology.
  
• Dance Medicine Australia trained Pilates instructor.
  
• Women’s health physiotherapy services for management of pelvic floor muscle dysfunction and stress and urge incontinence
  
• Physiotherapist for Wicked, Fame and Warhorse musicals
  
• Special interests include real time ultrasound, hip tendinopaties, pregnancy, pelvic dysfunctions and Pilates

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OPENING HOURS

Monday-Friday: 6.30am - 7.30pm
Saturday: 8am - 2pm

• No Referral Needed
  
• HICAPS Available
  
• Gift Vouchers for Massage and Pilates
  
• Free Parking