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Reformer Pilates to Enhance Rehab: Benefits and Logistics in Private Practice

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Reformer Pilates to Enhance Rehab: Benefits and Logistics in Private Practice

Reformer Pilates to Enhance Rehab: Benefits and Logistics in Private Practice

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The instructors
This course was recorded in October 2024

Overview

This course brings forward the untapped clinical power of Reformer Pilates. Moving beyond the traditional treatment table, we explore how the unique mechanics of the Reformer, such as dynamic spring resistance and a moving carriage, can transform closed chain rehabilitation, challenge patient stability in novel ways, and breathe new life into your private practice's business model.

 

Learning Objectives

In this online course, we will:

  1. Identify the key features and components of the Pilates Reformer, including the moving carriage and adjustable spring resistance.
  2. Understand the specific rehabilitation benefits of using a Reformer, such as closed chain work and core stability.
  3. Recognize the clinical business benefits of integrating Reformer Pilates, including improving client retention and reducing practitioner burnout.
  4. Apply appointment structuring strategies to appropriately incorporate Reformer exercises with manual therapy and assessment.

 

Audience

This experience is designed for forward thinking movement professionals, clinical innovators, and rehabilitation specialists looking to elevate their standard of care. Including, Physiotherapists, physical therapy students, Pilates instructors, and allied healthcare professionals in private practice. 

 

Why This Course Matters

Integrating Reformer Pilates into a rehabilitation setting provides a unique, highly accessible, and supported environment for patients. It enhances treatment efficiency, allows for modified closed chain work, and can significantly boost clinic creativity and client retention while potentially reducing practitioner burnout.

The instructors
Ellen Leung
PT
Ellen completed her BSc (yes, I’m that old) in Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia in 2005. She soon discovered her love of teaching and later went on to complete a MSc in Community Health in 2013 with a focus in Health Practitioner Education at the University of Toronto. The majority of her career has been focused in rehab with her current area of interest being postpartum pelvic health in the context of orthopedics. Aside from being a licensed physio in Ontario, Ellen is also a certified Pilates Instructor in Mat, Reformer, and Chair. Pilates has become an integral to her treatment approach and she enjoys running workshops whenever possible.
Material included in this course
  • Course Materials
  • Welcome & Slides
  • Full Presentation
  • Summary and Key Insights
  • Knowledge Check
  • Feedback
FAQs

No, this course does not include a certificate. This course is for learning purposes only.

Yes! You can find all of Ellen's available courses on Embodia here.

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