This activity is recognized as a movement building technique.
In short, pilates is the work of connecting the body and mind to provide many health benefits, examples: good motor coordination, balance, flexibility, mobility and improved posture. However, there is this question: is it possible to do pilates with a herniated disc?
Answer and guide
“Yes. As long as the pain and the limitation of the practitioner are respected. Sometimes some movement adaptations are necessary in order not to trigger pain and to limit certain movements momentarily. This restriction should be rethought as soon as the student acquires the ability to perform it without pain ” , says the physiotherapist of the Santa Catarina Paulista Ana Paula Pessanha Hospital exclusively for Sport Life.
Ana Paula immediately admits that age is not a guarantee of success in Pilates, that is, there are many elderly people who stand out compared to many young people. So it is valid for all ages. She also suggested immediate exercise for anyone diagnosed with a hernia.
“Being young is not necessarily a guarantee of health. There are many older people who are much more agile and strong than sedentary 30-year-olds. Core strengthening (immediate exercise), as it is this group of muscles that supports the spine, reduces stress and the overload on the vertebrae”, completes the physiotherapist.
hernia models
There are three types of hernia: protruding, bulging, and sequestered. Protusa is the “popular”, i.e. common one of this trio and occurs when imbalance and muscle loading interfere with the spine. Extruded affects the spine, and sequestered generates rupture of the “wall” of the disc. Pessanha answers which of these categories makes pilates actions difficult.
“Usually, pain and limitation occur in extruded or sequestered hernias. But it is important to pay attention to the pupil’s disorder and his ability to perform the movements correctly”, the physiotherapist guarantees.
What is the time to detect the improvement of the patient with hernia in pilates?
“This will depend on a few factors, such as the student’s ability, degree of difficulty, pain, and Pilates frequency and/or adherence. If the student does Pilates at the recommended frequency, respecting his limits, but accepting the challenge, it is possible to notice an improvement in pain and limitation in the first months”, concludes Ana Paula Pessanha.
What is a herniated disc and what are its main causes?
A herniated disc is a frequent injury to the lumbar region. This discomfort becomes common for people between the ages of 30 and 60. This displacement of the intervertebral disc causes the symptoms of tingling, back pain and burning.
The region of the spine affected characterizes the problem, which can be classified as lumbar, thoracic and cervical. Its main causes are sedentary lifestyle, “overtraining”, excessive load, inadequate posture and excessive load.
Data
Brazil does not record any research regarding the number of Pilates practitioners and studios. The Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association has admitted that the number of Pilates practitioners in the United States grew by 471% between 2000 and 2008.
It is still estimated that there are more than 15 million pilates enthusiasts worldwide and with a target audience made up of 80% class A and B women.
Source: Terra
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