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PWR!Moves are the core of our PD-specific functional exercise and physical therapy programs. The Basic 4 PWR!Moves are designed to each target a skill known to deteriorate in people with Parkinson disease, which often lead to loss of mobility and function.
PWR!Moves™ are the building blocks of FUNction that underlie all meaningful activities including sports and recreation. We have identified 4 MOVES that are especially important for people with Parkinson disease.
10 cze 2022 · Moves, an exercise framework that is flexible and evidence-based (and updated frequently to include the latest research). It addresses target skills specific to PD. The most fundamental of these skills include antigravity extension, weight shifting, axial rotation, and transitional movements – all done with amplitude, i.e. BIG!.
Parkinson’s specific exercise will teach you how to move with amplitude, power and speed in everyday tasks so that you can get back to doing the things you enjoy doing.
Moves: SUPINE | PRONE | ALL 4’S | SITTING | STANDING: Focus: Posture and Alignment. Goal: Counteract rigidity, reduce falls and step bigger. Focus: Weight Shifting. Goal: Improve turns and rolls, widen base of support. Focus: Trunk Rotation. Goal: Rhythmic repetition helps reduce rigidity and improve transitional movement. Focus: Transitions
PWR!Moves can be implemented across disease severity, used as stand-alone one-on-one rehab or as a group exercise program, and combined with other therapy. PWR!Moves can be done anytime and anywhere, and integrated into group exercise, personal training, yoga, lifestyle activities, pole walking, dance, martial arts, recreational sports and more!
Power for Parkinson’s Move and shout class led by an exercise instructor called Lauren: a 50 minute video of a seated class recorded in Austin, Texas. Watch, and join in at: https://youtu.be/LiEpzFKBdhw Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida do a 20 minute seated class, led
