普拉提運動是一種以身體中心為基礎的身體訓練方法。它起源於20世紀初期，由約瑟夫．普拉提（Joseph Pilates）所創立。普拉提運動旨在改善身體姿勢、柔軟度、力量、平衡和呼吸等方面，同時還可以減少壓力和增強身體意識。其核心理念是控制身體的移動。通過專注於中心穩定性的訓練，普拉提運動可以幫助人們建立強健的核心肌肉，從而改善身體姿勢和減少背痛等問題。

為了增加同學對課程以外的肌肉訓練運動的認識，並燃起他們對普拉提運動的興趣。香港物理治療關注組在今年3月11及18日於都大物理治療中心舉辦了兩節普拉提運動工作坊，邀請講者為同學介紹普拉提運動的背景、原理及用法，並讓同學有機會實踐所學的技巧。當日，​​本關注組有幸邀請到現職於都大物理治療中心的高級物理治療師呂穎兒女士指導來自不同院校的物理治療系學生。 活動中參加者在導師的指導下一同嘗試各種基本普拉提運動的動作，體驗一下它所帶來的好處。到最後，參加者扮演物理治療師的角色嘗試為不同群體的病人設計一節普拉提運動課程。

總括而言，是次工作坊提高了參加者對普拉提運動的認識與，並讓他們學會了不少物理治療的技巧，實在是獲益良多。

Pilates is a comprehensive body-centered exercise system that was created by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century. It is designed to improve body posture, flexibility, strength, balance, and breathing, while also reducing stress and enhancing body awareness. The core idea of Pilates is to control the movement of the body through conscious, precise, and fluid movements. By emphasizing central stability and building strong core muscles, Pilates can help improve body alignment, reduce back pain, and enhance athletic performance. Pilates exercises can be performed using specialized equipment or just a mat, making it a versatile and accessible exercise modality for people of all ages and fitness levels.

The Hong Kong Physiotherapy Concern recently organized two Pilates Taster Workshops at the HKMU Physiotherapy Center to increase students' understanding of muscle strengthening exercises and to spark their interests in Pilates. The workshops, held on March 11 and 18, featured guest speaker Ms. Edith Lui, a senior physiotherapist at the center. She introduced the background, principles, and benefits of Pilates to physiotherapy students from different institutions. Participants had the opportunity to practice basic Pilates movements under the guidance of the instructor and design exercise classes for different patient groups.

The workshops were a great success, providing participants with hands-on experience and a basic understanding of Pilates exercises. They learned valuable physiotherapy skills and gained insight into how to apply Pilates exercises in a clinical setting. Overall, the workshops were a valuable learning experience for all involved and will help prepare future physiotherapists to provide the best possible care for their patients.

普拉提運動是一種以身體控制為基礎的運動，旨在增強核心肌群和改善身體姿勢。除了作為健身運動，普拉提運動也被廣泛應用於物理治療領域。這項運動可以增強核心肌群，包括腰部、臀部和腹部的肌肉。這些肌肉是支撐脊柱和身體姿勢的重要組成部分。通過普拉提運動可以增強這些肌肉，從而減輕脊柱和關節的負擔，減少疼痛和不適。

為了讓同學更了解普拉提運動的動作及其背後的原理，以及增進同學對於物理治療不同治療手法有更深及更廣的了解，香港物理治療關注組特意在香港理工大學於今年4月1日舉辦一場普拉提運動工作坊，邀請專業講者為同學逐一講解以及嘗試實踐。當日，我們有幸邀請到現職香港理工大學康復治療診所的物理治療師 吳朗然先生，為來自不同院校的物理治療系學生介紹普拉提運動的原理和要點。活動中參加者互相扮演物理治療師與病人，練習臨床物理治療診斷時的技巧。到最後，參加者在導師的指導下一同嘗試各種基本普拉提運動的動作，體驗一下它所帶來的好處。

總括而言，本次工作坊提高了參加者對普拉提運動的認識與學會了不少物理治療的技巧，實在是獲益良多。

Pilates is a body control-based exercise designed to strengthen the core muscles and improve body posture. In addition to being a fitness exercise, Pilates is also widely used in physical therapy. This exercise strengthens the core muscles, including the muscles of the lower back, hips, and abdomen. These muscles are important components in supporting the spine and body posture. Through Pilates exercises, these muscles can be strengthened, thereby reducing the burden on the spine and joints and reducing pain and discomfort.

To let students understand more about the Pilates exercises and the principles behind them, and to enhance their understanding of the different therapeutic techniques of physiotherapy, the Hong Kong Physiotherapy Concern Group organized a Pilates workshop on 1 April this year at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, inviting professional speakers to explain and try out the exercises. On that day, we were honored to have Mr. Edwin Ng, a physiotherapist currently working in the Rehabilitation Clinic of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, to introduce the principles and key points of Pilates exercise to physiotherapy students from different institutions. The participants were invited to play the role of physiotherapist and patient to practice the skills of clinical physiotherapy diagnosis. At the end of the workshop, participants could try out various basic Pilates exercises under the guidance of the instructor to experience the benefits.

All in all, the workshop was very beneficial in enhancing the participants' understanding of Pilates exercises and learning a lot of physiotherapy skills.

在3月25日，香港物理治療關注組(HKPC)年度會員聚會成功舉行。此次活動旨在聯合現任和過去的HKPC委員會成員，並為他們提供互動和交流的機會。

聚會期間參加者進行了引人深思和有意義的交流，討論了物理治療領域的現狀、有關物理治療的政策以及在不同物理治療環境中的工作經驗。

總體而言，此次活動成功地聚合了過去的會員，為物理治療實踐提供了有益的見解，並鞏固了過去和現在委員會成員之間的聯繫。未來還將舉辦更多的聚會，以促進會員之間的交流和合作，推動物理治療社區的持續發展。

On March 25th, 2023, the HKPC annual members gathering was convened with the aim of fostering unity and collaboration among members from current and past HKPC committees. The gathering provided a valuable platform for attendees to engage in thought-provoking and meaningful exchanges on the current landscape of the physiotherapy field, physiotherapy-related policies, and experiences working in various physiotherapy settings.

The event proved to be a success and facilitated the reunion of past members while providing insightful discussions on the practice of physiotherapy. This gathering also served to strengthen the bonds between past and current committee members and has set a precedent for future events. The committee is committed to organizing more gatherings in the future to facilitate networking and collaboration among members and to promote the continued growth and development of the physiotherapy community.

2023年3月20日，24屆HKPC在嘉賓演講者何先生的幫助下成功舉辦了就業講座。嘉賓演講者何先生為資深物理治療師，他在長者院舍工作有相當經驗。

講座探討了香港不同類型的長者院舍及相關政策，增強學生對香港長者院舍系統的理解。此外，講座還詳細介紹了長者院舍物理治療師的工作職責、工作日常和職責。何先生還闡述了上門物理治療服務的獨特特點。

參加者們獲得了有關物理治療服務的複雜環境的寶貴見解，並深入了解了整個行業。隨後進行的互動環節有助於幫助學生們對自己的未來職業道路有更清晰和自信的規劃，為從事物理治療師職業做好了準備。

On March 20th, 2023, an employment talk was successfully conducted with the esteemed presence of Mr. Boris Ho, an experienced physiotherapist who has been working in a residential care setting.

The talk commenced with a comprehensive discussion on the different types of residential care homes available in Hong Kong, including the corresponding policies, thereby enabling the students to gain an in-depth understanding of the residential care home system in Hong Kong. Furthermore, the talk provided a detailed explanation of the job description, work routine, and the duties of a physiotherapist in a residential care home setting. Mr. Ho also reiterated the unique features of door-to-door physiotherapy services.

The students gained valuable insights into the intricate settings of physiotherapy services and deepened their understanding of the industry in its entirety. The interactive session that followed was instrumental in helping the students gain clarity and confidence about their future career path, thereby preparing them for a career in physiotherapy.