PHYSIO PLUS

  Physio Plus physiotherapists led the warm-up aerobics session for the "Walk a Payung" open an umbrella and walk for charity, the event aimed at raising funds for the Systemic Lupus Society in aid of lupus sufferers. Besides funds, umbrellas were raised too, as did David Arumugam's hair (when asked to take photographs with us!)....meoww..................... Students from MAHSA & MasterSkills University College joined us during this fun outing. As you can see from the pictures, everyone had a great time. Morning showers did not deter the participants, umbrellas galore!....... We shall dance on, come rain or shine!......... Come on you guys, let's swing it!

 

  Pilates System - Core Stabilization Techniques on the Mat  Pilates is an effective method of body conditioning that focuses on posture, breath control, flexibility, toning and strengthening muscles. The central aim of Pilates is reeducation of muscle memory. Muscles memorise particular movements, including frequently repeated movements of daily living. These become firmly implanted in memory functions and thus, difficult to change. As such, one gets accustomed to poor sitting and working postures, not realizing the damage these can cause over a period of time.   Pilates, therefore, places emphasis on  conscious exercise  where one is focused on what the body and muscles are doing. Pilates i s  safe for all ages  as its slow, controlled movements strengthen muscles without risk of injury. Here, we are sharing some  Pilates Matwork  which you can try at home yourself. Equipment needed :   Exercise mat, one roll/ball   1. ...

  Working with Seniors in Falls Prevention Program Part 2 - Balance Retraining Hi All! Working with seniors is enjoyable and truly rewarding too especially as they do show remarkable improvements with mild to moderate exercise activities. We, as a team, look forward to this part of our daily work very much. Seniors have  an increased risk of falls , owing to declines in muscle strength and mass with age, reduced perception of height, and impaired balance.  As such, a major part of our programme consists of supervised strength training exercises, balance and coordination activities and gait retraining to improve strength and function. To gauge their performance and for regular evaluation of functional status and muscle strength and power differences, we use several outcome measures. Assessment scales include the Berg Balance, Functional reach, timed walk over 6 meters, the TUG (Timed Up and Go) and self-paced stair ascent tests and muscle...