Teaching Pilates for Postural Faults, Illness and Injury - A Practical Guide

Klappentext Pilates is a particularly safe and effective exercise system which aims to strengthen the body in a balanced way by specifically improving the function of the weaker muscle groups. Emphasis is placed on strengthening the muscles of the trunk so that support of the spine increases plus posture and shape improve. The exercises enhance overall flexibility and fitness, improving co-ordination and balance. Muscles are gently stretched and lengthened as the exercises progress and overall body strength improves.describes the underlying principles of the exercises in physical termsdescribes the treatment of common medical conditionsprovides a manual for those in the remedial health care professionsThe pilates technique is very much used in physiotherapy treatment, especially in remedial exercises to aid recovery and rehabilitation after surgery, as well as with back problems and sports injuries. Inhaltsverzeichnis Good posture and how it can be achieved; Common medical conditions and problems; Anatomy review - torso, lower limbs and feet; Exercises for core stabilisation and efficient movement; Anatomy review - the upper limb;Upper body exercises; Teaching; Health and safety; Appendices:Sample client record form, Sample postural assessment form

Product details

• Authors: Paterson, Jane Paterson, Jane (Member of the Pilates Foundation Paterson, Paterson Jane
• Publisher: Butterworth Scientific Elsevier
• Languages: English, French
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 24.01.2007
• EAN: 9780750656474
• ISBN: 978-0-7506-5647-4
• Dimensions: 190 mm x 245 mm x 15 mm
• Series: Print on Demand
• Subjects: Education and learning > Teaching preparation > Vocational needs; Exercise & workout books, Exercise and workouts, HEALTH & FITNESS / Exercise / General