Balance & Strength
Training
Progress through a tailored program
Balance and Strength Training in Paddington, Brisbane.
Strong and steady wins the race.
We offer a range of services to improve your balance and strength. With a focus on your individual needs, we will give you a program designed help you reach your goals - from an athlete looking to improve their performance to an older patient who wants to reduce their risk of a fall and have confidence moving around.
Your physiotherapist will conduct a thorough assessment to understand your current level of balance, strength, and any underlying musculoskeletal issues. We use VALD Force Decks and Dynamo isometric testing to establish and objective strength baseline and track your progress session to session.
Based on the assessment you will be provided clear and achievable goals which may include improving stability, increasing muscle strength, support bone health or addressing specific functional limitations. You will be guided through progressive resistance training exercises in our onsite gym and your program will enable you to complete exercises at your local or home gym, and we will track your progress and adjust your program as needed.
Balance training
A strong sense of balance is needed to restore, function and perform, and you balance program will involve a range of exercises, summarised below.
Stability Exercises
Balance training often starts with stability exercises. These may involve simple activities like standing on one leg or progressing to more complex tasks that challenge your equilibrium.
Proprioception Training
To enhance your body's awareness of its position in space, proprioception exercises are incorporated. These activities can include balance on unstable surfaces or performing movements with closed eyes.
Functional Movements
Balance training extends to functional movements relevant to your daily activities. This could involve practicing walking on uneven surfaces or navigating stairs to improve overall stability.
Strength Training
Strength and balance go hand in hand. Your strength program will focus on building muscle, based on the goals we agreed on during your assessment.
Targeted Muscle Groups:
Strength training zeroes in on specific muscle groups that need improvement. This could include exercises for the core, lower limbs, and upper body, depending on your individual requirements.
Progressive Resistance
The progressive resistance program typically starts with low-intensity exercises known to support bone health. Your program is build around your current strength and bone health status and could involve using resistance bands, weights, or bodyweight exercises.
Functional Strength
Emphasis is placed on functional strength, ensuring that the exercises chosen contribute to better performance in everyday activities. This might involve replicating movements relevant to your daily life.
What to expect from balance and strength training
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Your program is tailored to your unique needs, ensuring that every exercise is relevant to your goals.
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We will be working together to build your strength and balance. Communication with your physiotherapist is crucial, as it helps in refining the program to align with your evolving needs.
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The frequency and duration of your sessions will depend on your specific needs and the progression of your program. Initially, sessions may be more frequent, gradually tapering as you gain confidence and strength.
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To complement in-clinic sessions, your physio may prescribe exercises to do at home or your gym. Consistency with these exercises plays a vital role in achieving optimal results.
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Your physiotherapist will track your progress, adjusting the program as needed to address new challenges or increase intensity/build on your progress.
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Your program is not set in stone. Regular reviews with your physiotherapist allow for adjustments based on your progress, ensuring that the program remains challenging and effective.
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