I empower people to become their strongest self and overcome the years of fear placed on them by their diagnoses and conditions.
-Christa Ordonez, PT, DPT
Restorative Pilates with a Doctor of Physical Therapy
Exercise Smart:
Safely and Effectively
Your body sends you messages through tension and pain, and you need guidance to understand what it all means.
I will empower you to take control of your body, moving freely through the day, living your best life.
You can work with me Virtually, in-person, or through the on-demand Movement Library that will fit your training into your busy schedule.
I help people recover from pain, optimize movement, and live their strongest life.
I received a Master's and Doctoral Degree In Physical Therapy. Then became a comprehensively trained Pilates Instructor and Functional Range Conditioning Movement Specialist.
I have spent the last several years being a Doctor of Physical Therapy one day, and a Pilates Instructor the next. I have realized that the smartest thing was to blend all my backgrounds and expertise together and work with people that want more than just ‘rehab’ or just a ‘workout’. I take pride in educating people about their own body, so they can learn how to be their strongest and most mobile self, without risking injury! Most of my clients have complicated histories with their body, and I become their next step after failed/successful attempts of standard rehabilitation and surgeries. When people are ready to move on past their diagnosis, they work with me.
My goal is to prevent your previous injuries from controlling you. Having dealt with Low Back Pain issues in my family- I understand how life changing any injury can be for you and your loved ones.
Read more about my personal experiences in “My Story”.
What People are Saying
Work with Me
Free Consultation- 15 min
Quick and free Zoom based-Video Consultation where we get to know each other. I hear about your story, concerns and ultimate goals. This call is to see if we are a good fit for each other, and to make sure I can help you. This call is not to offer movement advice or assessment. That can be offered in a Private Training or PT evaluation.
Physical Therapy-50 min
Physical Therapy for Texas Residents only. In person sessions in my home studio. Receive hands on manual therapy and joint mobilizations to get out of the pain cycle. Paired with restorative movements on the Pilates equipment. This is a cash-based service, insurance is not accepted to allow one on one high quality care.
Private training-50 min
Personal Private training combining both Pilates and Mobility training to help you become your strongest self. This option is often paired with Physical Therapy, or started after Physical Therapy. Private training does not include any hands on care. And can be done in-person and virtually over zoom. Learn how to move the whole body, well.
Testimonies
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Desiree A.
I am so glad I made the leap of faith in working with Christa. I was due to have a revision on my hip, a labral repair, and was told that I may need continued revisional surgery until a hip replacement.
I was scared, and desperate for change. A year ago I couldn't walk up/down bleachers for football games and NASCAR races.
Today, I feel freaking invincible, strong and I love getting all the compliments with how well I am looking and moving. I didn't think it was possible.
I have done years and years of Physical therapy with good results. But somehow Christa found the missing link in restoring my body.
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Kim W.
When I first came to see Christa, I had just finished seven months of rehab for lower back herniations.
I honestly didn’t have much hope for myself to be able to feel normal again let alone function in my daily life like I would want.
After working with Christa for a few months I can honestly say that I feel better and stronger than I ever have, even before injuring myself. Her work is incredible and she is so very kind, compassionate, and knowledgeable.
Forever grateful!
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Marlene I.
I came to Christa while I was finishing up my physical therapy for a spinal fusion. I was recovering well but not as well as I knew I could or that my body could.
I am beyond grateful to have found Christa who has given me my quality of life back. I am now able to sit on the floor again and play with my daughter, do a deep squat and ride 10 miles a day!
I really encourage you to give Christa a try if you are dealing with pain and looking for some relief or if you would like to just try Pilates!
She is truly amazing!
FAQs
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With a longer history as a Physical Therapist, I get asked why I chose Pilates as a second career. Well, it may not be common knowledge, but Pilates was created as a rehabilitative method during WWI. Yup, World War 1. It pairs well with my passion for recovery and mobility, especially with the spine. I can also use Pilates for EVERY patient/client I meet, regardless of their history of pains and injuries. It is a great method to create strength, safely.
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Yes I do! I provide an out of pocket service to allow flexibility away from insurance. Between my ability to offer both skilled Physical Therapy and Restorative Pilates- I am sure there is an option for you to feeling your best self. See Services.
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Yes! And so much more. I have a monthly Membership program that will give you on Demand Videos. PLUS guidance from me! These videos are for those that are capable to move on the ground, with enough body awareness to learn through demonstrations and continued cuing. I will tell you where to feel what muscles working, and how to feel your movement. See my monthly Membership Program.
Not sure what you will be doing on a Reformer when you have Low Back Pain? Here is a video of a common sequence I use for many of my patients with Low Back Pain.
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