JMack Physio

HIP & PELVIC

HIP & PELVIC PROGRAM FEATURES:

• Detailed assessment -lumbar pelvic & hip motion, stability & mechanics in relation to presenting pathology
• Chronic Pain Management
• Initial Manual Therapy - soft tissue release, muscle energy techniques, mobilisation
• Progression - supervised or home based rehabilitation exercise program incorporating Pilates, key stretches & strength training

The program helps to:

• Ease anterosuperior hip compression by reducing butt & hip flexor gripping even in the prescence of FAI
• Stabilise the acetabulum as well as head of femur by improving sacroiliac & hip joint motor control.
• Address coexisting problems in lumbar spine, pelvis, knee & foot.
• Develop real strength in the whole kinetic chain that effects the hip
• Assist clients to return to work, sport, fitness & physical activity.

Suitable for clients with symptoms who relate to:

• Gluteal Tendonopathy & bursitis
• OA hip
• Symptomatic labral tears
• Femoroacetabular Impingement
• Ischiofemoral impingement
• Piriformis syndrome
• Pelvic girdle pain (sacroiliac, pubic symphysis, pelvic stability)
• Post-operative rehabilitation
• Failed rehab with no current surgical options
• Sporting groin pain

Contact Jim for an appointment

NORDIC WALKING

Nordic Walking is rapidly growing total body fitness activity that is fun, low impact but produces high results. It is a learned technique using specially designed poles. Check Nordic Academy’s website for information www.nordicwalking.com.au. Jim is a listed instructor in SA.

• Activates 90% of the body’s muscles and burns more than 46% more calories than regular walking.
• Gives a 25% greater cardiovascular workout than regular walking but with less perceived exertions.
• Decreases load and impact to the lower body while getting an upper body workout - great for those with any lower body injury issues.
• Improves posture, core strength and reduces pain and tension in the neck and shoulders.

Contact Jim for an individual or group lesson. Jim can provide you with poles and accessories to get you started on this amazing fitness activity.

KLT - KINETIC LINK TRAINING

Kinetic Link Training - a systematic approach to biomechanically balanced, full-body resistance training. Exercise with weights in a new, challenging and exciting way - applying the kinetic link principle. Achieve fantastic physical performance results in the short-term, plus great long-term health and wellbeing. Create a strong, toned, aesthetically balanced body which moves with ease, efficiency and control. Move like an athlete and explore your potential. Check the Kinetic Link Training website for information. www.kineticlinktraining.com

• Acheive results from a gym or at home
• KLT is a fantastic progression after traditional Physio rehab
• Can be modified for any ability and age group.
• We are now using it early in rehab to enhance stability and movement.
• Uses mainly pulley cables or bands and dumbbells – no benches, no seat. You use your legs!

Contact Jim for an appointment to learn KLT. Handouts and movie link provided.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

A Wellness Evaluation is available for those interested in improving their general health and well-being. The evaluation consists of:

• Health and nutrition questionnaire.
• Tanita Scan for detailed body compostion (weight, BMI, body fat %, muscle mass, water %, BMR, metabolic age, bone weight, visceral fat).
• Identification of personal health goals based on questionnaire and body scan results.
• Advice on suitable fitness activities, strength and conditioning,
  appropriate professional referrals.
• Follow up reviews of outcomes.

For an appointment contact Jim on 0418 820 197.