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Pilates and Total Knee Replacement
Doing Pilates following total knee replacement has a number of benefits. These include improved function, strength and balance. Within a physical therapy framework, total knee patients get care tailored to their needs throughout the post-surgery phase. Medical professionals agree that […]
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Preventing Neck Pain During Exercise
If we are not careful, the wrong neck posture during exercise can lead to discomfort or injury. Key to preventing injury are maintaining a neutral spine and perfecting the head nod for curling exercises. Also, everyday inattention to posture can […]
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Five Pilates Exercises for Balance
Balance exercises and exercises for balance are key parts of a fitness regimen. What’s the difference? Well, we haven’t found a distinction in the research literature. However, we use balance exercises in therapy to treat vestibular disorders or balance issues […]
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Schedule your Private Pilates Lesson
Be Fit Physical Therapy and Pilates offer Private Pilates lessons using the Pilates equipment (Cadillac, Reformer, Chair and Barrels). A great way to get in shape for the summer! Call the schedule your one-on-one session. Immediate openings available! 630-964-4008
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Improve Balance in Seniors With Pilates
Pilates improves balance in seniors. It strengthens soft tissue of the lower extremities that normally decline with age. How Pilates improves balance musculature Pilates is a system of mainly bodyweight resistance exercises. These exercises can be done on an exercise […]
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The Effect of Pilates on Diabetes
Doctors recommend medication and physical activity to successfully manage blood glucose levels. It turns out that Pilates is an effective exercise for diabetes management. A study conducted in Iran reported on the participation of women with Type 2 diabetes. Those […]
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Pilates Exercises With Fun Names And Serious Benefits
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