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Pilates Reformer Exercises

Last Updated on Wednesday, 22 June 2011 12:52 Written by Administrator Wednesday, 16 March 2011 12:27

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Pilates Reformer exercises can be used to gain optimal control between the lower and upper limbs whilst maintaining control over the pelvis and core. We frequently use the Reformer as an interim progression between 'floor exercises' and 'Swiss Ball exercises'. Specific one-on-one exerices with the use of EMG biofeedback and Real-Time Abdominal US can be useful to encourage acurate cognitive processing of the individual components of the task. This is usually done in conjunction with 'hands on' treatment using "Muscle Energy techniques" to ensure symmetrical loading of the spine, hip and pelvis.

Further Options include Whole Body Vibration by Alfio Albasini and Martin Krause

The use of the Swiss Ball for assessment and treatment

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