When most people think of an ankle sprain, they picture a fairly minor injury that will settle with a bit of rest and time. But a syndesmosis injury — often called a high ankle sprain — is quite different. It is a more significant problem that can affect stability, recovery, and return to activity, which is why it deserves proper attention from the outset. What is Syndesmosis? The syndesmosis is a group of strong ligaments that hold the two lower…
What is Clinical Pilates/Exercise? Clinical Pilates is a form of exercise and strengthening that uses Pilates equipment to address your rehab/injury/exercise goals. Qualified physiotherapists and other allied health professionals who have completed additional training in Pilates delivery alongside their qualifications run our Clinical Pilates sessions. What can Clinical Pilates/Exercise Help With? Clinical Pilates is not just for core strengthening; programs include core-based exercises alongside exercises that target the whole body and incorporate weights, balance or single-leg activities to challenge the…
At Hoppers Physio, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality individual care. We are fortunate to have a fully equipped gym, with reformers, trapeze, barrel, bike, treadmill, fit balls, and more. Our staff assess all our clients individually and tailor programs to suit their needs. If you are considering pilates, our clinical programs are a great place to start. You will have an initial assessment with one of our physiotherapists, involving a real-time ultrasound of your abdominals to gain…