What is the Back Care & Core Strengthening Class?
The Back Care & Core Strengthening Class is designed for back pain sufferers and uses core stability exercise, spinal stretches, gym ball exercises, free weights, relaxation techniques and education to help ease back pain and improve function so that participants can return to the sports and activities they love.
Who is the Back Care & Core Strengthening Class designed for?
Any adult who has suffered from back pain will benefit from the Back Care & Core Strengthening Class.
Assessment & Class Fee’s
All participants require a one hour assessment costing £60. The aim of this assessment is to ensure the class is appropriate for you and you have no serious conditions affecting the spine or any other medical conditions. Your physiotherapist will also discuss with you any specific objectives you wish to achieve by doing the class.
The Back Care & Core Stability Class lasts 50 minutes and costs £10. The class is run at Marchwood Village Hall on Fridays at 10.30am, launching on Fri 6th September 2024.
Class Aims
The aim of the back care & core strengthening class is to improve spinal flexibility, core stability, function and fitness. Participants will learn how to prevent recurrence of back pain, and how to deal with symptoms if they occur. Physiotherapy treatment might be recommended, in addition to attending the class, for some course participants.
Class Structure
All course participants receive an assessment by Adam our experienced Chartered Physiotherapist. Your spine will be assessed and treatment options will be discussed. If appropriate you will be referred onto the back care & core strengthening class. The class runs weekly and you can join the class at any point following assessment and progress at your own pace.
What will you learn by doing the Back Care & Core Strengthening Class?
• Progressive core strengthening exercises
• Stretches to improve spinal flexibility
• Postural advice including how to lift correctly
• Relaxation techniques
Participants will be encouraged to set exercise and activity goals for themselves. The class aims to teach participants how to manage their back pain. Group sessions are interactive, with participants encouraged to take an active part in both discussion and exercise.
Call 023 8008 9120 today to book an assessment.