 In these next series of articles I will be looking into stretching and whether it does what we think it does, the latest research into stretching and whether we could be doing anything more effective. The common reasons I hear for wanting to stretch include: “it will prevent injury”, “It will reduce muscle soreness” and “muscles will get longer and more flexible”. Stretching is, likely, something we have been taught since we first started any physical activity in school and it’s a belief that most of us still have today, despite the fact there is very little (if any research) to prove the stretching does ANY of the above statements.
Today I will look at whether stretching can reduce the chances of injuries.
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Check out some of our weekly exercises from our Pilates classes. This video on the link below (it takes you to a Facebook live video on our page). is from one of our classes in Corfe Mullen.
Pilates classes Corfe Mullen video. If you would like any more info just let me know.  With back pain, one of the most common recommendations I see out there is that 'tight' hamstring muscles are one the main causes and they need stretching out. In this article I am going to be looking at how effective this actually is, I will be looking at the research carried out into this area and also see if there is anything more effective we can do to help with back pain.
A common issue I treat in my studio is knee pain. The range of people suffering from knee pain can be quite big, anyone from athletes to weekend runners, whose biomechanics could be causing their knee pain, through the population who may be suffering with some from of degeneration (arthritis for example). The way I treat people, depending on the cause of their knee pain is quite different, but one technique I have found useful for most people who suffer knee pain is the use of kinesiology tape. It is great for helping calm down the symptoms and easing discomfort. Whilst it won't correct the underlying cause, its good to ease the pain whilst the underlying cause gets corrected.
Watch this video here on how to tape knee pain. Knee taping video. Give it a go and let me know how you get on. Watch out latest video on what makes our Pilates and Sports massage therapy different from regular Pilates classes and Sports Massage out there.
What makes us different Over on our Facebook page today, I did a live video with 3 Pilates exercises good for Glute strength.
You can view the video here. Pilates Exercises. You don't have to be a member of Facebook to watch it. Let us know what you think! All content provided on this blog is for informational purposes only. The owner of this blog makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owner of this blog will not be liable for any errors or omissions in this information nor for the availability of this information. The owner will not be liable for any losses, injuries, or damages from the display or use of this information. This terms and conditions is subject to change at anytime with or without notice. About the author I am a Manual Therapist covering a range of different disciplines including massage & Biomechanics. I also run small specialist Pilates classes around Corfe Mullen, Broadstone, Wareham, Wimborne & Poole. Instead of just purely rubbing the pain, I always look to see if I can find a potential cause (or causes of the pain) and then work on treating this Taping can be very effective in reducing symptoms of lower back pain. Although it will not correct the underlying causes, it can definitely help the symptoms.
Check out our latest Facebook video and learn how to do your self. Lower back pain taping video All content provided on this blog is for informational purposes only. The owner of this blog makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owner of this blog will not be liable for any errors or omissions in this information nor for the availability of this information. The owner will not be liable for any losses, injuries, or damages from the display or use of this information. This terms and conditions is subject to change at anytime with or without notice. About the author I am a Manual Therapist covering a range of different disciplines including massage & Biomechanics. I also run small specialist Pilates classes around Corfe Mullen, Broadstone, Wareham, Wimborne & Poole. Instead of just purely rubbing the pain, I always look to see if I can find a potential cause (or causes of the pain) and then work on treating this Please have a view of our short weekly Pilates class exercises.
Pilates Exercises - Video 2 Each week we will make a new video of some different Pilates exercises to do. If you would like a particular area focused on, please feel free to let me know! Follow us on Facebook to have instant updates when new videos are made. Do you suffer from painful or stiff neck?
When I treat people with these symptoms, I always give these exercises for them to do in between sessions to help them feel better. Neck stretches video Give them a go, they can really help out with that stiff neck feeling. If you feel it needs further treatment or you want to find out whats causing the pain, feel free to drop us a message and we will help you out best we can. Email us at: info@pilatesperformancetherapy.co.uk or feel free to leave a comment below. Each week, I will be making a small video of a few different Pilates exercises, to help class participants in between classes and also for those looking to do a little bit of Pilates everyday. Generally they are safe to do, however keep in mind, if any pain is felt to stop and seek further medical advice.
The video can be found here: Pilates Exercise video All content provided on this blog is for informational purposes only. The owner of this blog makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owner of this blog will not be liable for any errors or omissions in this information nor for the availability of this information. The owner will not be liable for any losses, injuries, or damages from the display or use of this information. This terms and conditions is subject to change at anytime with or without notice. About the author I am a Manual Therapist covering a range of different disciplines including massage & Biomechanics. I also run small specialist Pilates classes around Corfe Mullen, Broadstone, Wareham, Wimborne & Poole. Instead of just purely rubbing the pain, I always look to see if I can find a potential cause (or causes of the pain) and then work on treating this |
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