The Poynton SpineCare Institute introduces Pilates Classes

Here at The Poynton SpineCare Institute we have recently incorporated physiotherapy-led mat work Pilates classes. We believe exercise rehabilitation with the appropriate choice of exercises and correct technique and movement pattern are one of the key elements to resolving spinal pain and discomfort.

A recent journal article (Llewellyn et al. 2017) investigated the benefits of carrying out Pilates, for one hour twice a week over six weeks, for persistent non-specific low back pain. It found that Pilates rehabilitation can lead to a reduction in perceived functional disability and pain, as well as increased core muscle strength and lumbar range of movment.

Complience to health care professionals prescription was reported by WHO as being less than 50% in developed countries. Past General Surgeon of US, C. Everett Koop, said ‘drugs don’t work in patient who don’t take them’ and similarly patients who don’t follow their prescribed home exercise programme likely won’t see the improvements they’re aiming for.

Attending a class once a week can help keep people motivated and focused towards carrying out their rehabilitation programme in the long term and achieving their goals, as well as ensuring they’re doing it right.

Contact info@poyntonspinecare.ie to express your interest in joining one of our Pilates classes.