PILATES PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR ANKLE & FOOT PAIN RELIEF
Discover how Pilates can alleviate your foot and ankle pain! We treat:
Plantar fasciitis
Ankle sprains
Buinion related foot conditions
Calf strains and shin splints
Flat feet and high arches
Why Pilates for Foot & Ankle Pain?
Introduction to Pilates Physical Therapy
Pilates physical therapy is a specialized approach to rehabilitation and fitness that integrates the principles of Pilates with traditional physical therapy techniques. It focuses on improving strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body awareness to promote optimal movement patterns.
Foot “Core” Activation
One key aspect of Pilates physical therapy is the focus on foot position and control as you are barefoot during the entire session. Because our foot is our body’s only point of contact with the ground, it must work well for ALL activities of daily living that involves locomotion. Working on activation of small intrinsic muscles (aka “foot core”) as well as mobilization of small bones is of outermost importance to ensure our foot and ankles are both strong and flexible.
Enhancing Stability and Function
Through targeted exercises and movements, Pilates physical therapy aims to restore normal foot function by restoring flexibility, enancing coordination and rebuilding strength so that we may walk, run, squat, balance on one leg with ease and pain-free.
Comprehensive Rehabilitation Approach
Incorporating foot core stabilization and lower limb dynamic strengthening into Pilates physical therapy sessions allows for a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation, addressing both the symptoms and underlying causes of foot and ankle pain. Read my Blog post to learn more about this approach: https://bendnstretch.com/blog/understanding-foot-biomechanics-and-causes-of-pain
Our Approach to Treating Foot Pain
Comprehensive Assessment: Our program begins with a thorough evaluation of your foot and ankle condition to understand its root causes and severity.
Personalized Treatment Plan: Based on your assessment, we create a customized Pilates therapy regimen tailored to your specific needs and goals.
Specialized Techniques: As a physical therapist and a Pilates Instructor, I blend my anatomy & physiology knowledge with pilates based exercises to develop a comprehensive program aimed at resolving your foot and ankle issues. We use special equipment that allows us to progress your exercises quicker as we choose how much to load or unload your foot and ankle for optimum exercise response.
Benefits Over Traditional Therapy: Pilates offers a holistic approach to foot pain relief by targeting multiple areas of your body, identified during initial assessment. We may be working on core stability, hip flexibility, foot arch strenghtening and sh flexibility, spinal mobility and intrinsic muscle strength.
Initial PT Evaluation (90 min): $225
Follow-up PT Session (60 min): $150
Follow-up Pilates Session (60min): $125
FAQs
Is Pilates therapy suitable for all types of foot and ankle pain?
Indeed, Pilates therapy can offer significant benefits. As a physical therapist, I will conduct a thorough assessment to determine the suitability of Pilates for your individual needs. Should Pilates not be deemed appropriate for your condition, rest assured that I will provide referrals to the appropriate channels for your continued care.
How long does it take to see results from Pilates therapy?
Results may vary depending on the complexity of your foot and ankle issue and your commitment to the program. Many of my clients experience significant improvement within 10 sessions of consistent practice.
Insurance
I am a cash-based physical therapy practice accepting major credit cards, FSA, and HSA. Sales tax is not collected on services rendered.
Due to the in-depth evaluation and time required to properly address your concerns, I do not bill medical insurance and am considered an out-of-network provider on all major private insurance companies.
I will work with you to provide documentation and billing to submit to your insurance and assist in the reimbursement process. After each physical therapy session, you will receive a superbill with all the necessary codes to independently submit to your insurance for reimbursement.
I structured my practice this way to focus solely on my client without the pressure from the insurance companies. This model allows me to provide a higher quality of care and achieve optimal results in less visits.