Can I Take a Spin Class With Parkinson’s?
Join us Tuesdays and Thursday at 9:30am RSVP Now Fears about trying spin class are the same - with or without Parkinson’s. What if I fall off the bike? What if I can’t keep up? What if I don’t know how to operate and adjust the bike? I am definitely not the spandex wearing type so won’t I stick out like a sore thumb? In short, you won’t, who cares, instructors are there to help and neither are most people - just wear something you can move in. Our spin instructors are keeping a keen eye on spinners to ensure they
When Your Loved One with Parkinson’s Doesn’t Want to Exercise
In this blog post, we’ll cover the most common reasons your significant other is avoiding exercise and three potential solutions to this problem. If you’re reading this, it means you care deeply about your loved one and understand that movement is one of the most important tools people with Parkinson’s have in their arsenal. Incorporating physical activity can slow the disease’s progression, control its symptoms, build brain health AND decrease anxiety. Despite these benefits, people with Parkinson’s may be reluctant to work out. Why They Don’t Want To Exercise They Lack the Motivation to Start The first way to address a lack
Upcoming Events
Friday August 7th at 10:30 am
Learn about rock climbing with UpENDING Parkinsons
UpENDing Parkinsons hosts events at rock climbing gyms around the country.
Join us to learn more about this fun way to be active
Thursday September 3rd at 11:30am
Parkinson’s Pointe Picnic
Join us on Thursday September 3rd from 11:30am-1pm as we celebrate the end of summer with our Parkinson’s Pointe friends! Bring your own lunch, or enjoy some light refreshments provided, and join us at the front of East Community Center. We will set up tables and chairs and enjoy the dog days of summer together. We will be set up in an accessible area so that all of our members can join us – come early or stay late after classes to connect with your classmates!
Wednesday August 19th at 12:00 pm
From Freezing to Freedom: How Technology is Transforming Parkinson’s Therapy
Presented by: Tonya Fuller, MSPT – Founder of Dynamic Mobility & Balance Center
By the end of this presentation participants will be able to:
- Explain why gait and balance decline in Parkinson’s Disease
- Describe how technology can enhance walking, balance, and strength and who is appropriate for use
- Understand the evidence supporting various technologies
We will talk about some new technology including: U-Step, estim gait devices, the Nushu, the Neubie for strength, and some visual and sound strategies.
