Posture Parkinson’s and Aging

Posture and Parkinson disease This month the PWR! Virtual Experience theme is Posture and it is a great excuse to PWR! Up with some antigravity core strengthening!  As a newborn, you already did the hard work of developing your postural muscles as you struggled to hold your head up in “tummy time” or to scoot,…

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Hands and Parkinsons – the Research

Hands and Parkinsons – the Research Do you avoid writing letters, opening jars, and wearing clothing with buttons because it has become more difficult? We use our hands all day to help us with activities like getting dressed, eating, and even communicating with others whether it be mailing a card or sending a text message.…

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Parkinsons and Hydration

Unfortunately, people with Parkinson disease are more likely to get dehydrated to begin with, and it may cause some serious symptoms.

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5 Components to practice meaningful exercise

5 Components to practice meaningful exercise How to Practice Meaningful Exercise:  Today we are going to talk to you a little bit about how we practice in our physical therapy and exercise classes here at the PWR! Gym. 1 It’s important to practice with high physical effort. This means we’re going push you to work…

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