Parkinson's
This fast paced and dynamic program helps people with Parkinson's develop skills ans strategies to maximize available movement and to overcome difficulties of posture, gait and movement control caused by Parkinson's
Areas covered in the program:
- Learning to initiate movement / manage ‘freezing’ and ‘off’ periods
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Improving rhythm and tempo of movements
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Improving bodily awareness of voluntary and involuntary movements
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Techniques for managing tremor and dyskinesia
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Improved overall gait and walking
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Improved flexibility and range of motion – better mobility
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Improved posture and body symmetry
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Improved balance; fall prevention
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Improved ability to start, stop, and change direction or to move in smal spaces
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Improved fine manipulation and handwriting
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Improved facial expression
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Improved articulation and speech volume
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Improved confidence and self esteem; improved motivation;
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Positive psychological effects from a positive, social, supportive group program
