Pilates
What is the Pilates Method?
Joseph Pilates created his method, initially called Contrology, based on his belief that through proper exercise, the body can fight illness. The Pilates Method focuses on controlled movement, precision, concentration, and postural alignment. Since the 1920s, it has been helping people of all backgrounds, from soldiers to ballerinas. At Central Care Physical Therapy, we use the Pilates Method to help our clients rediscover how amazing their bodies can work.
Why and How Does Pilates Work?
Pilates makes you think. I always tell our clients, Pilates is our way of reintroducing you to your body. The Pilates machines help you move safely with just enough challenge to help you concentrate on what you are doing. The specialized exercises allow you to feel your spine and joints. When you have a better sense of yourself, you have more control.
How Safe is Pilates?
The first Pilates machine, the Trapeze Table, also known as the Cadillac, was created from hospital beds to strengthen soldiers injured during the war. Joseph Pilates continued to develop other machines from ordinary home furniture using springs as resistance. When Joseph Pilates migrated to the U.S., his method became popular in the dance community. The Pilates method is very safe, but guidance is always needed with a trained instructor to maximize body control, alignment, and precision of movement.
Pilates
Have you ever heard someone say, "I need a new back" or "My shoulder has a mind of it's own?" Often after an injury, we have an exaggerated sensation of that area (which is normal and for our protection) but if we tend to "baby" or overprotect the area for a long period of time, we lose key elements for proper body awareness and proper movement. Our mission, as physical and occupational therapists, is to find that perfect balance between guiding safe movement and creating challenging activities to get you back in the game.
by Dr. Christina Abellon, PT, DPT
Pilates for Athletes, Pilates for Physical Therapy, Pilates for All
Pilates was developed for everybody. Currently, it is often seen as exclusive to elite athletes and celebrities. At Central Care Physical Therapy, however, we have been using it successfully for more than 10 years with all our clients, regardless of background and condition: from seniors suffering from chronic low back pain to young elite travel softball athletes. Pilates truly is for everyone.
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