Tokyo, Japan -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/06/2015 -- Tokyo Physio founders, Bevan and Vanessa Colless, announced that top ballet dancer, Haruno Yamazaki-Shannon, has joined the practice and is now instructing clinical Pilates Tokyo sessions. Individual and small classes of up to three individuals are available.
Shannon became interested in injury prevention and rehabilitation after she sustained injuries of her own. Under the tutelage of Romana Kryzanowska and Sari Meija-Santo at the True Pilates Studio in New York City, she worked at some of the world's top Pilates studios. A highly sought clinical Pilates instructor, she joined Tokyo Physio in January 2015.
Featuring English speaking instructors, Tokyo Physio is the private studio of choice in Tokyo. Classes are kept small to ensure each client receives individualized attention. Prior to joining Tokyo Physio, Shannon worked extensively as a private trainer for athletes and high-performance dancers offering post-surgical therapy and trauma rehabilitation.
Shannon was trained in classical ballet and contemporary dance at some of the most prestigious schools of dance in the U.S. A principal and prima ballerina, she's performed in productions around the globe. Shannon lived in New York most of her life and joined Tokyo Physio upon moving back to Japan. She's experienced in Pilates and yoga.
Clinical Pilates is specialized exercise designed to build core, abdominal and pelvic floor strength. It's effective in post-surgical rehabilitation, improves balance and stability, and assists patients maintain range of motion. It's safe for pregnant women and Shannon is an expert in pre- and post-natal Pilates training.
The therapeutic exercise relieves pain, is used to enhance sports performance, keeps the body in proper alignment, and is effective in reducing the risk of injury. Clinical Pilates can be used as an independent treatment or in conjunction with the clinic's vast array of physiotherapy techniques. It's beneficial for patients with neurological, joint and muscle conditions.
About Clinical Pilates
Clinical Pilates is a proven treatment for restoring function following injuries and for patients with prior injuries that exhibit lingering effects. Highly versatile, clinical Pilates is easily adapted to meet the specific needs of patients. Treatment and management programs are adjusted to reflect the needs and physical abilities of the patient.
The addition of Shannon's skills to Tokyo Physio provides patients with one of the most highly skilled physiotherapists available. Shannon has extensive knowledge of the special needs and requirements of high-performance athletes and those in the performing arts, working with all patients to relieve pain, rehabilitate injuries and quickly return clients to their normal activities.
The clinic maintains offices in Tokyo, Niseko, Hakuba, Nazawa and Singapore. For more information, call 03 3443 6769 or visit Tokyo Physio online.
MEDIA CONTACT INFORMATION:
Bevan and Vanessa Colless
Co-Founders
Tokyo Physio
Phone: 03 3443 6769
Website: http://tokyophysio.com