You will achieve a complete update of your skills in the use of Pilates machines thanks to this Postgraduate diploma”

One of the main reasons why the Machine Pilates Method has become a common choice in Physiotherapy is its ability to promote proper musculoskeletal health of the patient. In addition to preventing injuries, the rehabilitation of injuries through different equipment has proven to be highly effective. 

In this sense, there are many health spaces that include this Pilates modality to treat various pathologies. This is a growing trend that has led physiotherapists to choose to specialize in this field. For this reason, TECH has developed this program that allows the graduate to be updated on the latest scientific evidence regarding the Pilates Method on Machines.

In this sense, students will take a tour through the evolution of this discipline, delve into breathing and its different types, the technical exercises of the Pelvis, and the different equipment used (Reformer, Cadillac, chair, Barrel). In this way, you will get a complete update in this field through the best didactic content.

Likewise, the physiotherapist will have total freedom to access the syllabus whenever and wherever they wish. All you need is an electronic device with Internet connection to view this cutting-edge program. All this, moreover, without investing long hours in studying and memorization, thanks to the institution's Relearning system. A method based on the reiteration of the key contents throughout this academic process will allow us to consolidate them in a much simpler and easier way.

With TECH, you will broaden your skills in the different types of breathing, the effects, and their importance in the practice of Pilates”

This Postgraduate diploma in Pilates Method on Machines contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Physiotherapy and specialists in Pilates 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will delve deeper into the Core during your patients' recovery and how the Pelvis is important for stability and movement in Pilates” 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts. 

You will delve into the proper selection of the different equipment used for the practice of Pilates, as well as the distinctive characteristics of each one"

You will examine the anatomy related to the organization of the Scapular Waist and explore in detail how the Pilates Method is applied to this area of the body"

This qualification has been designed with the purpose of providing the physiotherapist a complete update on the Pilates Method on Machines In this sense, the professional will delve into equipment such as the Reformer, the Trapeze table, and the flexible ring. In addition, you will expand your knowledge of the different concepts related to the method, types of breathing, analysis, effects, and conclusions, and the biomechanics of the spine and its application in Pilates. In addition, the program makes available to the graduate a virtual library where they will find innovative multimedia materials, such as video summaries, which can be accessed without being subject to a specific schedule. 

TECH offers a personalized study plan designed according to the most effective pedagogical methodology, the Relearning system”

Module 1. The gym/Pilates studio

1.1. The Reformer

1.1.1. Introduction to the Reformer
1.1.2. Reformer Benefits
1.1.3. Main exercises on the Reformer
1.1.4. Main errors on the Reformer

1.2. The Cadillac or Trapeze table

1.2.1. Introduction to Cadillac
1.2.2. Cadillac Benefits
1.2.3. Main exercises on the Cadillac
1.2.4. Main errors on the Cadillac

1.3. The chair

1.3.1. Introduction to the chair
1.3.2. Chair benefits
1.3.3. Main exercises on the chair
1.3.4. Main Errors on the chair

1.4. The Barrel

1.4.1. Introduction to the Barrel
1.4.2. Barrel Benefits
1.4.3. Main exercises on the Barrel
1.4.4. Main errors on the Barrel

1.5. "Combo" models

1.5.1. Introduction to the Combo model
1.5.2. Combo model benefits
1.5.3. Main exercises on the Combo model
1.5.4. main errors in the Combo model

1.6. The flexible ring

1.6.1. Introduction to flexible ring
1.6.2. Flexible ring benefits
1.6.3. Main exercises on the flexible ring
1.6.4. Main Errors on the flexible ring

1.7. The Spine Corrector

1.7.1. Introduction to Spine corrector
1.7.2. Spine corrector benefits
1.7.3. Main exercises on the Spine corrector
1.7.4. Main Errors on the Spine corrector

1.8. Implements adapted to the method

1.8.1. Foam roller
1.8.2. Fit Ball
1.8.3. Elastic bands
1.8.4. Bosu

1.9. The Space

1.9.1. Equipment preferences
1.9.2. The Pilates space
1.9.3. Pilates instruments
1.9.4. Best practices in terms of space

1.10. The Environment

1.10.1. Environment concept
1.10.2. Characteristics of different environments
1.10.3. Environment choice
1.10.4. Conclusions

Module 2. Fundamentals of the Pilates Method

2.1. The different concepts of the method

2.1.1. The concepts according to Joseph Pilates
2.1.2. Evolution of Concepts
2.1.3. Subsequent generations
2.1.4. Conclusions

2.2. Breathing

2.2.1. The different types of breathing
2.2.2. Analysis of types of breathing
2.2.3. The Effects of breathing
2.2.4. Conclusions

2.3. Pelvis as the core of stability and movement

2.3.1. The Joseph Pilates Core
2.3.2. The Scientific Core
2.3.3. Anatomical basis
2.3.4. Core in recovery processes

2.4. The organization of the shoulder girdle

2.4.1. Anatomical Review
2.4.2. Shoulder Girdle Biomechanics
2.4.3. Pilates applications
2.4.4. Conclusions

2.5. The organization of lower limb movement

2.5.1. Anatomical Review
2.5.2. Biomechanics the Lower Limb
2.5.3. Pilates applications
2.5.4. Conclusions

2.6. The articulation of the spine

2.6.1. Anatomical Review
2.6.2. Biomechanics of the Spine
2.6.3. Pilates applications
2.6.4. Conclusions

2.7. Body segment alignments

2.7.1. Posture
2.7.2. Posture in Pilates
2.7.3. Segmental alignments
2.7.4. Muscle and fascial chains

2.8. Functional integration

2.8.1. Concept of functional Integration
2.8.2. Implications on different activities
2.8.3. The task
2.8.4. The Context

2.9. Fundamentals of Therapeutic Pilates

2.9.1. History of Therapeutic Pilates
2.9.2. Concepts in Therapeutic Pilates 
2.9.3. Criteria in Therapeutic Pilates
2.9.4. Examples of injuries or pathologies

2.10. Pilates clásico y Pilates terapéutico

2.10.1. Differences between both methods
2.10.2. Justification
2.10.3. Progressions
2.10.4. Conclusions

Module 3. Pilates in sports

3.1. Soccer

3.1.1. Most Common Injuries
3.1.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.1.3. Benefits and objectives
3.1.4. Example in elite athletes

3.2. Racquet Sports

3.2.1. Most Common Injuries
3.2.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.2.3. Benefits and objectives
3.2.4. Example in elite athletes

3.3. Basketball

3.3.1. Most Common Injuries
3.3.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.3.3. Benefits and objectives
3.3.4. Example in elite athletes

3.4. Handball

3.4.1. Most Common Injuries
3.4.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.4.3. Benefits and objectives
3.4.4. Example in elite athletes

3.5. Golf

3.5.1. Most Common Injuries
3.5.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.5.3. Benefits and objectives
3.5.4. Example in elite athletes

3.6. Swimming

3.6.1. Most Common Injuries
3.6.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.6.3. Benefits and objectives
3.6.4. Example in elite athletes

3.7. Athletics

3.7.1. Most Common Injuries
3.7.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.7.3. Benefits and objectives
3.7.4. Example in elite athletes

3.8. Dance and performing arts

3.8.1. Most Common Injuries
3.8.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.8.3. Benefits and objectives
3.8.4. Example in elite athletes

3.9. Roller Hockey

3.9.1. Most Common Injuries
3.9.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.9.3. Benefits and objectives
3.9.4. Example in elite athletes

3.10. Rugby

3.10.1. Most Common Injuries
3.10.2. Pilates as treatment and prevention
3.10.3. Benefits and objectives
3.10.4. Example in elite athletes

You will implement in your daily practice the most advanced techniques in Pilates as treatment and prevention of injuries in Rugby players”