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Essential Reformer Pilates for Rehab

Essential Reformer Pilates for Rehab

Essential Reformer Pilates for Rehab

CA$39.00
This course includes
Lifetime access after purchase
Certificate of completion
The instructors
This course was recorded in April 2024

Overview

Have a Reformer in your clinic space but not sure how to use it safely? Or perhaps you're curious about getting one but want to learn more before pulling the trigger? Clinical Pilates is having a real moment right now, but where to start? and how do you know if it's right for you? 

This mini-course covers everything you need to get your feet wet in short, succinct videos. Learn the basics of safety and set-up as well as 16 of my most frequently used exercises. Get started in less than an hour without a huge time or financial commitment. 

This Online Course Includes: 

  • Exercise Handout PDF for quick reference
  • Set-up and Safety Guide PDF
  • Exercise Selection Guide PDF for easy navigation of included exercises
  • Intro module with general safety and usage 
  • Instructional videos for 16 exercises to address common rehab goals


Learning Objectives

In this online course, you will learn to:

  1. Identify the parts of a Reformer and gain a rudimentary understanding of how they influence exercise design. 

  2. Safely set up and implement a Reformer exercise treatment plan. 

  3. Identify and perform 16 Reformer exercises to address common rehab goals. 

  4. Create a Reformer exercise treatment plan to address desired patient goals. 

 

Audience

Designed specifically for rehab-minded professionals who want to learn about Reformer Pilates without investing ++ hours or money. The course curriculum was created for PTs, OTs, RMTs, chiros, kinesiologists, and personal trainers with a strong background in anatomy and physiology. Exercises are for use with the general population. 

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
  • Introduction
  • Welcome
  • Reformer Set-up & Safety Guide
  • Setting Up the Stopper and Gearbar
  • Getting In/Out of Feet In Straps
  • Reformer Exercise Selection Guide
  • Feedback
  • Exercises
  • Exercise handout
  • Footwork
  • Feet In Straps: Leg Circles
  • Hip Lift
  • Feet In Straps: Lift and Lower
  • Feet In Straps with light springs
  • Finding Lumbar Flexion with Back Rowing
  • Overhead Push-up with Swan
  • One Arm Twist (Back Rowing)
  • Long Box Arm Work
  • Side Body Twist in Half Kneeling
  • Mermaid with Overhead Push-ups
  • Scooter 2 Glute Press
  • Pilates Ball Leg Press with Jumpboard
  • Arabesque
  • Feedback
FAQs

No, I've had several learners start my courses without a Reformer to begin with. Of course I would strongly suggest that you take the time to practice the exercises yourself to understand how they feel and how modifications impact your treatment goals. 

Great question! The selection of exercises taught in this course are intended for use in a public or private outpatient setting. While many of them can be used in an inpatient rehab setting, some may not be as accessible.

This course will provide you with the knowledge of how to use a Reformer safely, however it is up to you to take the time to practice on your own or with a colleague before using a Reformer with patients. It is strongly advised that you gain proficiency with the Reformer and feel comfortable with the exercises first.

Once you have completed the course, a certificate of completion (including learning hours and course information) will be generated. You can download this certificate at any time. To learn more about course certificates on Embodia please visit this guide.

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