
LPF - Low Pressure Fitness - BRISBANE
What Is LPF? Hypopressive exercise was originally taught by Marcel Caufriez as a breathing technique to be used in a clinical setting. A tool therapist could use to help post-natal women prevent and/or re- cover from pelvic floor dysfunction (incontinence, prolapse). Tamara Rial and Piti Pinsach, from Spain, while working along side Marcel, recognized the need to create a fitness program that would help in the prevention as well as restoration of pelvic health, beyond the cli

What is GPR (RPG)? - Pulse Physiotherapy and Pilates
The GPR Global Posture Reeducation, known by its initials RPG (French: Rééducation Posturale Globale), is an innovative method of physiotherapy created and developed by Frenchman Philippe Emmanuel Souchard. , based on the work of Françoise Mézières after 15 years of research in the field of biomechanics. Souchard travels the world teaching his technique to thousands of physiotherapists, already creating organizations in 14 countries. The term postural reeducation has always b

What is Pilates? - Pulse Physiotherapy and Pilates
Pilates is Complete and systematized exercises that provide health and wellness for your body and mind, developed by Joseph Pilates, which emphasizes the balanced development of the body through strength, flexibility and awareness in order to support graceful and efficient movements. One of the best things about the Pilates method is that it works great for a wide range of people. Here at Pulse Physio we offer Pilates for Athletes and dancers love, as well as the elderly, pre

Jaw Pain - Pulse Physiotherapy and Pilates
What is TMJ and TMD? The Jaw, also know for temporomandibular joint (TMJ), is a complex and busy joint that we use all day everyday whilst we talk and chew our food. This joint is responsible for all the movements you make with the mouth, there being one on each side (in front of each ear). The disorder of this joint and the muscles that make these movements of the mouth are called temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Millions of people around the world suffer pain due to this

What is Plantar Fasciitis - Pulse Physiotherapy and Pilates
What is Plantar Fascia The plantar fascia is a fibrous tissue located along the sole of the foot, extending from the heel to the tips of the toes and having the function of supporting the plantar arch. Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation that occurs due to excessive stress in that area. It is one of the most common pathologies affecting the foot and has been much discussed by health professionals and athletes. Plantar Fasciitis is an acute inflammation of the plantar fascia,