Pilates @ Brighton

Services

CLINICAL PILATES

Clinical Pilates is a form of exercise and rehabilitation that combines the traditional pilates principles with the latest scientific research being undertaken by qualified physiotherapists.

Each Clinical Pilates sessions focuses on teaching clients to improve their core (mid-section) stability through the contraction of specific muscle groups and correct posture.  These particular muscles create a brace-like hold around your lower back, thus protecting it from possible injury.

Clinical Pilates is an excellent form of exercise to treat conditions such as:

• Low Back Pain
• Neck Pain
• Poor Posture
• Sports Injuries
• Poor Flexibility
• Pre/Post Natal Pregnancy
• Arthritis
• Muscle Weakness
• Poor Fitness Levels

Whilst the main focus is on improving core stability, exercises are performed involving the entire body.  This helps to improve factors such as body strength, flexibility, posture, breathing patterns and mental focus.

At Pilates @ Brighton, all the Clinical Pilates sessions involve the use of special spring-loaded pilates equipment such as the Reformer beds and Trapeze table.  Participants are also given specific floor exercises so that they can continue to exercise at home or work.

Following an initial one-on-one physiotherapy assessment and Clinical Pilates introduction, clients can choose to continue their sessions either privately (1:1) or semi-privately (maximum of 3 people).  These sessions run for approximately one hour.

Clinical Pilates sessions are covered by most Private Health Funds, WorkCover, and TAC.

Those clients with Private Health insurance can claim their Clinical Pilates sessions directly using our HICAPS facility.

If you would like any further information about Clinical Pilates sessions, please email luke@pilatesbrighton.com.au or call the clinic directly on (03) 9591 0500.

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Luke Goodwin is the Physiotherapy Director at Pilates @ Brighton.  Luke has over ten years experience in private practice and sports injury management.  His experience includes working with elite athletes at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

Pilates @ Brighton offers physiotherapy services for the treatment of conditions such as:

* Low Back Pain                           * Neck Pain

* Headaches                                 * Sports Injuries

* Poor Posture                              * Arthritis

* Sprains & Strains                       * Tennis Elbow

* Shoulder Pain                             * Post-operative Rehabilitation

* WorkCover Injuries                     * TAC Injuries

Depending on the client's type of condition, rehabilitation may also include the use of Clinical Pilates equipment or a fully equipped gymnasium.

Physiotherapy clients with private health fund extras cover can claim directly using our HICAPS facility.

No doctor's referral is required for private, WorkCover or TAC clients.

A doctor's referral is required for Veterans' Affairs clients and those covered by the Medicare Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) Plan.

If you require any further information regarding physiotherapy services at Pilates @ Brighton, please email luke@pilatesbrighton.com.au or call the clinic directly on (03) 9591 0500.

 mishfit mothers is a successful personal training program that aims to provide you with:

• A complete workout that involves cardio vascular, resistance and pelvic floor training
• A workout that is modified to your ability and tailored to your needs
• Correct and safe information regarding posture and effective training techniques
• A supportive and clean environment to train and where your babies/children are welcome and safe
• Access to an exclusive deal with a women’s health specialist physiotherapist to show in Real Time Ultrasound how to correctly contract your pelvic floor and your deep core muscles
• Access to an exclusive deal with a dietitian, who uses a behavioural modification approach to changing your eating habits and education on preparing healthy food for the whole family

mishfit mothers runs a 10 week program that concludes with fitness and strength testing, goal setting, measuring & weighing to track your progression. (mishfit mothers follows the school calendar and does not run during school holidays).

All sessions (apart from testing session) include warm-up, boxing, pelvic floor exercises and partner stretching. Exercises are varied from session to session to ensure that you don’t get bored! It does not matter when you start the program.

There are no start-up or joining fees at mishfit mothers, but all clients are encouraged to visit the physio where you will see on Real Time Ultrasound your pelvic floor and learn to contract your abdominals correctly. Information is shared between you, the physio and the mishfit trainer to ensure ongoing support and eliminate on-going physio appointments. An exclusive deal between the physio and mishfit clients offers this visit at a reduced rate.

Please register your interest by calling Mish 0418 592 539 or emailing info@mishfit.com.au

REHABILITATION GYM

Our studio is also equiped with a mini rehabilitation gym to assist those on the road to recovery from injury and also for those wanting to maintain a solid strength and cardio fitness base.

With a combination of an upper and lower body universal weights system, exercise bike, free hand weights, Swiss balls, BOSU, Theratubing, medicine balls, wobble boards and foam rollers, a complete rehabilitation program can be tailored to your needs.

Many of these pieces of fitness equipment can be purchased from our products page so that you can continue your exercise program at home.

GYMSTICK PILATES

Gymstick is a functional fitness tool from Finland designed by health and fitness professionals to train your whole body.

It simply and effectively delivers a comprehensive toning, strengthening and fat burning workout whilst enhancing balance, posture and core strength combined with Pilates principles.

Professional athletes, fitness trainers and physiotherapists worldwide use Gymstick because it delivers real results. Gymstick works all the major muscle groups as well as the small supporting muscle groups used for balance and coordination.   

Gymstick uses it’s unique technology to improve: 

• Muscular strength & endurance
• Fat loss & toningCardiovascular fitness
• Core strength & joint stability
• Posture, mobility, balance & flexibility

For more information about Gymstick Pilates or to book a class, please ring Amy Jayasuriya on 0410 473 996 or the studio on (03) 9591 0500.

CHI BALL™

The ChiBall Method is a holistic mind-body wellbeing programme which uniquely combines the theory of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Colour and Aroma Therapies and a synergy of six ancient and modern exercise modalities to promote harmony, balance and wellbeing.

Through the disciplines of Tai Chi-Qi Gong, ChiBall Dance, Yoga, Pilates, Feldenkrais Method and Deep Relaxation and Meditation the healing nature of the programme is focused through the medium of 6" diameter coloured ChiBalls each infused with a different mood enhancing essential oil.

By tailoring the ChiBall Method to the natural cycle of The Seasons, both teachers and students journey towards a more sustainable lifestyle with their mind and body in harmony with the world around them.

The ChiBall Method can be understood in a day, learnt in a week, but offers a lifetime of discovery.

The health benefits of attending ChiBall™ Classes range from:

• Increased mobility, flexibility and balance

• Core strength and stability

• Self awareness and proprioception

• Grace and ease of movement

• Significant reduction in stress and tension

• Lowering of blood pressure

• Balancing of the mind, body and emotions

• Co ordination and increased reflexes

For more information or to book your place in a ChiBall class, please call Rebecca Quin on 0417 581 450 or email her at baychiball@yahoo.com.au

 CORPORATE HEALTH

Luke Goodwin is also available for corporate health seminars.  In these sessions he will speak about issues such as common workplace injuries; injury prevention strategies in the workplace (e.g workstation set-up, posture, lifting techniques) and the treatment and rehabilitation of workplace injuries.

Research has shown that the implementation of workplace health and well-being strategies helps to reduce the costs and lost work hours related to work injuries and sick days, as well as increases employee job satisfaction and performance.

Luke will happily answer general physiotherapy and clinical pilates related questions.

Arrangements can be made for small group clinical pilates exercise sessions at our physiotherapy and pilates clinic here in East Brighton.

For further information about corporate health seminars, please telephone our clinic on (03) 9591 0500 or email luke@pilatesbrighton.com.au

MYOTHERAPY

Myotherapy involves deep tissue muscle therapy, with the aim to decrease the tension and 'knots' that exist in the muscles.

Myotherapists use various techniques such as deep tissue massage, trigger point release, stretching and dry needling, to achieve the desired results.

Myotherapy is covered by most private health insurance funds (except MBF), and with HICAPS facilities available, claims can be made on the spot, with AMEX, Visa, Mastercard and EFTPOS facilities.

Myotherapy appointments are also available for pregnant women, allowing them to lie on their stomach through the use of a specialized cushioned pregnancy support.

Our two myotherapists are Jaclyn McGibbony (Mob. 0417 003 501) and Jenny Collins (Mob. 0425 713 425).

PREGNANCY TREATMENT

 

With a specially designed pregnancy treatment table, the pregnant woman can lie on her stomach and receive Myotherapy and Physiotherapy treatment. This allows the appropriate treatment to the sacro-iliac joint (SIJ) region that commonly causes problems as the weight of the baby increases.

Appointments with Jaclyn McGibbony can be made by calling (03) 9591 0500 or 0417 003 501.