Control the trunk
Rolling, turning, and side bending ask you to manage movement through the trunk. Tell Chris which part feels limited and whether holding a position is harder than moving through it.
PILATES · AUSTIN, TX
Control through your movement.
Comfort for your next class.
Assisted stretch therapy around a comfortable reach or side bend. Chris supports your body and guides the movement in a separate hands-on visit that can complement your Pilates practice.
Choose your first visitOne-to-one with Chris · First visit: 60 minutes $165 / 90 minutes $235
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Level 4 FST SpecialistLicensed Massage TherapistIndividual care, every visitCentral Austin private studio
Before you visit: symptoms that need medical care ↓
01 / DEMANDS
A familiar movement can ask a lot.
Tell Chris whether you practise on a mat, a reformer, or both. Your instructor’s modifications and the movements you repeat help shape the visit.
Reach or support your weight
Arm work can include an overhead reach, straps, or support through the hands. These are different tasks. Describe the position and resistance that bring on discomfort.
Move the legs with support
Mat and spring-resisted work ask your hips to move while you control the rest of your body. Share any change in class level, spring setting, or weekly frequency.
02 / CONCERNS
Describe the position that needs attention.
A sensation during class and a symptom that remains afterward can need different responses.
Back or side stiffness in a roll or bend
Tell Chris whether you feel a broad stretch, a local pulling sensation, or pain during a roll, turn, or side bend. Back muscles work with the rest of the trunk as you move and hold position. Pain is a reason to stop and reassess the movement.
Shoulder discomfort during reach or support
Notice whether the concern appears with the arm raised, while pulling a strap, or while bearing weight through your hands. Shoulder muscles help guide and support the arm. Persistent pain or loss of strength needs assessment.
What does the research show?
03 / FST
Explore a smaller version of the movement.
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) combines supported movement, compression, and stretching. Chris selects the position and range using your history and feedback.
01 / IDENTIFY THE MOVEMENT
Identify a movement with Chris
Sit securely on a stable seat with both feet on the floor. Show Chris a small side bend, with a hand supported beside you. Raise the other arm only as far as comfortable. Agree on a movement you can repeat without forcing it.
02 / CHRIS GUIDES THE MOVEMENT
Let Chris support the movement
On the table, Chris can support your trunk and arm as he explores suitable shoulder and hip positions. Tell him how the movement feels. He can use a smaller range or change the support at any point.
03 / REVIEW WITH CHRIS
Review your movement with Chris
Chris will ask you to repeat the modified seated side bend. Describe what changed and what still needs attention. This helps guide the next part of your session.
The illustrated movement is an example. Chris chooses the task and treatment area with you.
04 / OTHER TREATMENTS
Choose care around your movement.
Chris can select care around the back, shoulder, or hip movement you want to explore. You do not need to choose a technique before your visit.
Supporting methods are included when selected for FLEX. Optional first-visit tape is $20. Chris explains any charge for another appointment type before you agree to it.
Traditional Massage
With your back or shoulder supported, Chris can adjust the position and use massage around the area involved in your side bend or reach. Pressure follows your feedback. Massage and FST can share a FLEX session.
Dermal-Fascial Restoration®
If a local pulling sensation affects a modified side bend or reach, Chris may try focused skin contact with the area supported. He then asks you to repeat the same movement and describe the response.
What does the research show?
AN OPTIONAL ADDITION
Kinesiology Tape
Kinesiology tape may be tried as a skin-contact cue during the movement you explored. Chris checks skin and adhesive sensitivity, explains removal, and compares the movement with you. It is optional.
05 / ADJUSTING CARE
More range is not always the goal.
Comfort, support, and control can matter more than moving further.
Choose the support you need
Tell Chris about joint instability, osteoporosis, recent surgery, or restrictions from your clinician. He can change table support, pressure, and movement range. Bring any instructions that also affect your Pilates practice.
Keep care connected to class
Share the modifications you use with your instructor. Chris can help you describe what you notice; your instructor guides class technique, equipment settings, and exercise choices.
Change or leave out a method
Tell Chris about sharp pain, tingling, numbness, dizziness, or increasing discomfort. He can stop, adjust the approach, or recommend assessment. Kinesiology tape will not be applied over damaged or irritated skin. Skin-contact methods can be omitted.
06 / ASSESSMENT
Know when to pause class and seek advice.
Bodywork starts with your history and any restrictions. It does not replace assessment of a new injury.
Arrange an assessment.
Arrange medical advice for pain that keeps returning, disturbs sleep, or limits everyday activity. Share shoulder weakness, previous injuries, and any changes to your usual class with the clinician and Chris.
Know when to get urgent medical advice.
Seek prompt medical advice for back pain that starts severely, gets worse quickly, or occurs with fever or feeling unwell. Stop the exercise rather than trying a stronger stretch.
If you need emergency help.
If you are experiencing back pain with new loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness around the groin, or weakness in both legs, you need emergency care. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Do not drive yourself.
AAOS: shoulder pain and assessment · NHS: back-pain warning signs; use 911 for emergency help in the US
07 / YOUR FIRST VISIT
Your goals.
A clear starting point.
Appointment time includes intake and hands-on care. You do not need to choose a method before your first visit.
Tell your story.
Discuss your activity, health history, and the movement you want to make more comfortably.
Begin hands-on care.
Chris explains the intended approach and adjusts care with your feedback.
Review with Chris.
Try the same movement again. Discuss what feels different and agree on the next step.
Questions about your visit
Do I need to demonstrate an exercise on a reformer?
Chris can discuss the exercise and choose a small movement on a stable seat or the treatment table. Your Pilates instructor continues to guide class technique and equipment settings.
What if I am already very flexible?
Support and comfortable control may be more useful than extra range. Tell Chris about joint instability and the modifications you use in class.
YOUR NEXT STEP
You bring your goals.
We start there.
Choose the time that feels right.
Both durations include time to discuss your goals and begin care. Choose your first visit below.
FIRST-VISIT PRICES
New clients: choose “FIRST TIME CLIENT” in MassageBook.
First visits must be paid in full in advance.
Choose the amount of time that feels right for you. Both visits include a conversation, movement review, and hands-on care. The 90-minute option gives you another 30 minutes together.
60 minutes$165
Book a 60-minute first visit 90 minutes$235
Book a 90-minute first visit The first 15–20 minutes are for your history, goals, and movement review. Hands-on care follows within your appointment time.
Your time is one-to-one with Chris in his private studio. The support, pace, and pressure follow your needs.
Optional kinesiology taping adds $20 to a first visit. DFR® is not usually needed at the first visit.
Returning client? Book your next sessionCentral Austin
4111 Marathon Blvd, Suite 110
Austin, TX 78756
Before your activity
Tell Chris about practice, competition, and any medical restrictions.
Reviewed by Chris Corona · Review confirmed