Free Osteoarthritis Workshop, Pilates For Bone Density and much much More

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Dear Visitor

It is fast approaching half way through the year - and its been a busy time here at Physiologix.

-We are about to launch our third Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis GLAD program.  Feedback has been fantastic and, despite the aches and pains, much fun has been had by all.  Got hip or knee OA? We are running a FREE OSTEOARTHRITIS WORKSHOP this weekend, Saturday 1st of June at 9.30 am at Physiologix. This an incredible forum for learning ways you can help manage your Osteoarthritis and to find out more about the GLAD program - call us to book a spot as spaces are limited
-PILATES with Luisa has taken off - not needing a physio supervised exercise class, wanting more a workout for strength and flexibiity, wanting to improve your posture, or looking for a bone density program - all of this and more can be set up within your pilates program - check out our interview with Luisa and why she believes in pilates, or read out pilates article to find out more
-PILATES FOR BONE DENSITY - Luisa is also a "Buff Bones" qualified and recognised instructor. Got bone density issues and wanting to do some exercise to try and help?  Read more in our pilates article
-Megan Hunter Travelling with RUGBY SEVENS to Japan - best of luck to the UQ Womens Rugby Sevens Team who head to Japan in June for a Tournament - Luckily they will be in the great hands of Megan Hunter who will be travelling as the treating Physiotherapist with the Team
-Check out our facebook posts for awsome tips - recently Peter, MASSAGE THERAPIST, demonstrated how to release off some tight muscles using a spikey ball, Megan Bergman (our physio working with WOMENS AND MENS HEALTH) gave us some timely reminders, and as part of our links with the GAP DRAGONS junior AFL team, we have put up several posts on MANAGING INJURIES IN KIDS SPORT

 

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Pilates - For Strength, Flexibility, Posture, Pain Reduction and Bone Density

dsc03783Want to:
·      Increase your muscle strength and tone ( particularly of your abdominal, lower back, shoulders, hips and buttock muscles)
·      Improve your flexibility?
·      Prevent injuries related to muscle imbalance?
·      Improve your posture?
·      Improve your bone density?
Then equipment pilates is for you. Physiologix now offering Pilates for Strength and Fitness.  With Pilates no longer available through Private Health Cover, Physiologix is delighted to be able to offer Small Pilates Equipment Fitness Classes run by Luisa, a qualified pilates instructor.

Use state of the art pilates reformers and feel your body work in this great class, ideal for improving all over body fitness and strength, with a particular focus on the core.  No matter you age, ability or level of fitness, Luisa can cater for your individual needs.

Luisa holds a Diploma in Professional Pilates Instruction (PITC) and is a qualified Buff Bones Instructor. She also holds Certificates 3 & 4 in Fitness having worked as a Personal Fitness Trainer, Luisa understands the body and the way it functions extremely well. Luisa is well equipped to assist people in making a positive change in their lives, with her experience in the fitness industry, she has the skills and knowledge to help people achieve their goals.

After discovering the many and varied benefits of Pilates through needing a natural therapy for neck and back pain, Luisa has since gone on to become a fully qualified instructor so she can empower other people to move and strengthen their own bodies. She believes when you learn about your posture and the way you move, it brings about awareness and discovery.
Luisa feels Pilates is for “every body” – age or ability is no barrier. Luisa is a breast cancer survivor, having had 2 diagnosis over 10 years and ongoing treatment. She has an incredible inner strength, self-belief and determination, that has seen her recover and come out stronger. Luisa wants to be a motivator and role model for her clients, whether they are facing health issues, challenges or have a particular goal in mind they want to achieve, she can show you what it takes to be successful. She is living proof that anything is possible!

Got Bone Density Issues?

Read More

 
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GLA:D Osteoarthritis Program

The Best Initial Treatment for Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis


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Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common lifestyle disease in individuals 65 year of age and older, but can also affect individuals as young as 30 years of age. It can begin for no obvious reason and the symptoms vary over a number of years. OA effects the joints wherein the cartilage on the ends of the bones degrade and thin. It most commonly affects the knee, hip and hands. People with OA of the hip or knee may experience the following symptoms and difficulties with activities of daily living:

  • Knee pain and/or stiffness with weight-bearing.
  • Crunching or clicking noises in the knee
  • Difficulty walking up stairs or getting up from sitting.
  • Hip pain located outside the hip or deep in the groin
  • Difficulty getting in and out of the car, putting on socks or picking things up from the floor.

OA was previously thought of as a “wear and tear” and that the joint was worn out. This led many people to believe they cannot and should not be physically active with OA. This is not correct!! In fact, many studies have shown that cartilage actually needs moderate load through physical activity to regenerate itself. Exercise will make you feel better.

The current national and international clinical guidelines recommend patient education, exercise and weight loss (if needed) as first line treatment for OA.

Good Life with OA in Demark (GLA:D) represents a nationwide evidence-based initiative that follows the current guidelines for best treatment of hip and knee OA . Research from the GLA:D® program in Denmark found symptom progression reduces by 32%.

Other outcomes include a less pain, reduced use of joint related pain killers, and less people on sick leave. GLA:D® participants also reported high levels of satisfaction with the program and increased levels of physical activity 12 months after starting the program.

This program is unique in that the education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities. By strengthening and correcting daily movement patterns, participants will train their bodies to move properly, prevent symptom progression and reduce pain

The program includes an assessment and physical tests performed by a trained GLA:D Physiotherapist, patient education sessions and a Physiotherapist supervised group or home exercise program performed twice per week over 6 weeks. The exercises are designed specifically for people with knee and hip OA with many level and progressions based on your level of pain and function. The idea is after 6 weeks you have the movement, quality and control needed to continue and become a part of your every day life.

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An Interview with Luisa, Pilates Instructor, on Why PIlates

Screen Shot 2019 05 27 at 5.09.58 pmFind out how Luisa found pilates as a client, then went on to become and instructor........ and her own journey with injury and illness and the role pilates has played for her and can play for us all.

 

Watch this great Video to find out more

 

Pilates - why do it



 
 
     
 
 
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