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Dr. Chris McElderry | Neurologic Clinical Specialist on Instagram: "🤩 Here’s how I prescribe a Home Exercise Program! 

🕺 Make it fun, make it meaningful and make it one that individuals will follow-through with! 

🧠 It’s difficult for those with Parkinson’s to sustain motor output, particularly at a forced pace. The use of external cues to help initiate large amplitude steps are no stranger to PT’s in the rehab realm, however less of us use auditory cues (although sometimes they don’t work as it can lead to more interference and difficulty processing). 

🎶 Try tapping into some automatic, fun movement patterns by putting on one’s favorite songs! I used Spotify and looked up 120 BPM, however you can find just about any speed and tailor it to each individual. 

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Dr. Chris McElderry | Neurologic Clinical Specialist on Instagram: "🤩 Here’s how I prescribe a Home Exercise Program! 🕺 Make it fun, make it meaningful and make it one that individuals will follow-through with! 🧠 It’s difficult for those with Parkinson’s to sustain motor output, particularly at a forced pace. The use of external cues to help initiate large amplitude steps are no stranger to PT’s in the rehab realm, however less of us use auditory cues (although sometimes they don’t…

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Power For Parkinson's on Instagram: "Today’s Move & Shout class channeled their inner John Travolta! These groovy exercises improve gait, balance and core strength, and by crossing the midline they engage both sides of your brain! For more exercises like this, check out Lauren’s Move & Shout class on our YouTube channel! #powerforparkinsons #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonsexercise #fitness #exercise #parkinsons #parkinsonssupport #chairexercise #chairyoga" Exercises For Parkinson’s, Parkinson Exercises, Crossing The Midline, Parkinsons Exercises, Chair Exercises, Improve Balance, John Travolta, Senior Fitness, Core Strength

Power For Parkinson's on Instagram: "Today’s Move & Shout class channeled their inner John Travolta! These groovy exercises improve gait, balance and core strength, and by crossing the midline they engage both sides of your brain! For more exercises like this, check out Lauren’s Move & Shout class on our YouTube channel! #powerforparkinsons #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonsexercise #fitness #exercise #parkinsons #parkinsonssupport #chairexercise #chairyoga"

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Power For Parkinson's on Instagram: "This fun exercise packs a punch! We’re working on lifting our legs HIGH to reinforce a strong stride, crossing the midline to engage our brains more fully, and changing tempo to build neuroplasticity.  Give this exercise a try, and if you like it, go to YouTube.com/powerforparkinsons to find more Parkinson’s symptom focused exercises!🔗 #powerforparkinsons #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonsexercise #parkinsons #parkinsonssupport #movementdisorder" Parkinson Exercises, Crossing The Midline, Parkinsons Exercises, Senior Fitness, Fun Workouts, Brain, Instagram

Power For Parkinson's on Instagram: "This fun exercise packs a punch! We’re working on lifting our legs HIGH to reinforce a strong stride, crossing the midline to engage our brains more fully, and changing tempo to build neuroplasticity. Give this exercise a try, and if you like it, go to YouTube.com/powerforparkinsons to find more Parkinson’s symptom focused exercises!🔗 #powerforparkinsons #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonsexercise #parkinsons #parkinsonssupport #movementdisorder"

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Power For Parkinson's on Instagram: "Yesterday’s Move & Shout class did an AMAZING job learning this exercise sequence for multitasking, memory and coordination. Give it a try and see if you can follow along! For step by step breakdowns of exercise patterns like this, check out Lauren’s Move & Shout classes on our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/powerforparkinsons. #powerforparkonsons #parkinsonsexercise #parkinsonsfitness #fitnessforpd #parkinsonsawareness #parkinsons #pdaware #parkinsonsresearch" Exercise For Parkinsons, Exercises For Parkinson’s, Parkinson Exercises, Parkinsons Exercises, Parkinsons Awareness, Rehab Exercises, Multi Tasking, Weight Training, Physical Therapy

Power For Parkinson's on Instagram: "Yesterday’s Move & Shout class did an AMAZING job learning this exercise sequence for multitasking, memory and coordination. Give it a try and see if you can follow along! For step by step breakdowns of exercise patterns like this, check out Lauren’s Move & Shout classes on our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/powerforparkinsons. #powerforparkonsons #parkinsonsexercise #parkinsonsfitness #fitnessforpd #parkinsonsawareness #parkinsons #pdaware…

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10K views · 118 reactions | Drop everything and try this exercise! 👏As you may have noticed, here at Power for Parkinson’s, we LOVE jacks.  Jacks are a great exercise for improving core strength, endurance and gait.  Today’s exercise takes jacks and adds an additional criss-cross arm motion, providing a fun challenge to keep your brain engaged! Give it a try, and if you enjoy it, head on over to YouTube.com/powerforparkinsons for full workouts! 🔗#powerforparkinsons #parkinsonsexercise #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsons #brainexercise | Power for Parkinsons Chair Exercises, Brain Exercise, Core Strength, Fun Challenges, Core Workout, Your Brain, Enjoy It, How To Stay Healthy, Criss Cross

Drop everything and try this exercise! 👏As you may have noticed, here at Power for Parkinson’s, we LOVE jacks. Jacks are a great exercise for improving...

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Neubility Rehabilitation and Wellness on Instagram: "My favorite way to work on large amplitude stepping, obstacle navigation, dynamic balance and a little bit of dual tasking: Clock Yourself App and @tidaltanktraining. You can make this harder by using the “month” or “double number” options, or have the patient performs another cognitive task while still having to listen to app cues.   What’s your favorite intervention for Parkinson’s physical therapy?   #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonsrehabilitation #parkinsonphyaiotherapy #parkinsonsphysiotherapist #neurorehab #neurophysicaltherapist #neuropt #parkinsonsexercise #parkinsontherapy" Physical Therapy Balance Activities, Geriatric Physical Therapy Exercises, Occupational Therapy Activities Adults, Neuro Rehabilitation, In Patient Rehab Occupational Therapy, Gait Training Physical Therapy, Parkinson Exercises Physical Therapy, Inpatient Rehab Occupational Therapy Interventions, Parkinsons Exercises

Neubility Rehabilitation and Wellness on Instagram: "My favorite way to work on large amplitude stepping, obstacle navigation, dynamic balance and a little bit of dual tasking: Clock Yourself App and @tidaltanktraining. You can make this harder by using the “month” or “double number” options, or have the patient performs another cognitive task while still having to listen to app cues. What’s your favorite intervention for Parkinson’s physical therapy? #parkinsonsdisease…

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Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system. It most commonly impairs one’s ability to gauge and execute movements (pivoting, turning, reaching, and stepping, to name a few). The Parkinson’s Foundation estimates that over 10 million people worldwide are living with PD every year. Physical and Occupational Therapy are standard interventions for PD, with programs like LSVT BIG leading the way. To supplement such programs, 5 balance exercises favorites are ... Geriatric Activities Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy For Geriatrics, Occupational Therapy For Geriatrics, Occupational Therapy For Parkinsons, Balance Occupational Therapy Adults, Adl Interventions Occupational Therapy, Parkinson Exercises Physical Therapy, Parkinson’s Occupational Therapy, Standing Balance Occupational Therapy

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system. It most commonly impairs one’s ability to gauge and execute movements (pivoting, turning, reaching, and stepping, to name a few). The Parkinson’s Foundation estimates that over 10 million people worldwide are living with PD every year. Physical and Occupational Therapy are standard interventions for PD, with programs like LSVT BIG leading the way. To supplement such programs, 5 balance exercises favorites are…

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Dr. Chris McElderry | Neurologic Clinical Specialist on Instagram: "🤩 Here are a few exercises/activities we’ve incorporated (my former student @_mgrubbs_  and I) over the past few weeks! 

🤙 I hope these continue to inspire and motivate individuals, but don’t forget to read the caption in the video.. that’s the most important part! 

#inspiration #motivation #neurorehab #physicaltherapy #occupationaltherapy #balance #strength #encouragement #fun #exercise #creative #health #wellness #fitness #parkinsons #stroke #ms #vestibulartraining #dizziness #concussionrecovery" Neuroplasticity Exercises, Parkinsons Exercises, Concussions Recovery, Exercise Activities, Balance Exercises, Athletic Training, Wellness Fitness, Occupational Therapy, Health Wellness

Dr. Chris McElderry | Neurologic Clinical Specialist on Instagram: "🤩 Here are a few exercises/activities we’ve incorporated (my former student @_mgrubbs_ and I) over the past few weeks! 🤙 I hope these continue to inspire and motivate individuals, but don’t forget to read the caption in the video.. that’s the most important part! #inspiration #motivation #neurorehab #physicaltherapy #occupationaltherapy #balance #strength #encouragement #fun #exercise #creative #health #wellness…

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