I attend a weekly class of yoga specifically for people with Parkinson's. It is taught by Patty Braasch who is a registered nurse with over 25 years of experience with PWPs, senior populations and teaching yoga. ( She also has a sister with PD.) The class is funded by the local Parkinson's Chapter. There are just three people who attend regularly. Two of the last three weeks I have had a private class.
I don't know how to get the word out better, but more people should come to this class! While many kinds of exercise are good for me in the long run, yoga is the only one that makes me feel better right away. The gentle but extremely complete stretching helps a huge amount with the stiffness and achiness that are hallmarks of PD. Sure, it takes some effort to reap the benefit, but I truly feel much better after each class. Patty is very good at offering and encouraging modifications of each move depending on each person's abilities, so there is no need to be afraid of it being too difficult. As always, I encourage everyone to get off that sofa and MOVE!
I don't know how to get the word out better, but more people should come to this class! While many kinds of exercise are good for me in the long run, yoga is the only one that makes me feel better right away. The gentle but extremely complete stretching helps a huge amount with the stiffness and achiness that are hallmarks of PD. Sure, it takes some effort to reap the benefit, but I truly feel much better after each class. Patty is very good at offering and encouraging modifications of each move depending on each person's abilities, so there is no need to be afraid of it being too difficult. As always, I encourage everyone to get off that sofa and MOVE!
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