I agree with Sami, Ray~
Thank you for posting!
Tess

> Date: Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:20:59 -0700
> From: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: Home Exercises for PD
> To: [log in to unmask]
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> Ray, I think these exercises are great for EVERYONE who can't get around as 
> much as they'd like.
> Sami
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "rayilynlee" <[log in to unmask]>
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> Sent: Saturday, November 14, 2009 7:07 PM
> Subject: Home Exercises for PD
> 
> 
> > Types of Home Exercises for Parkinson's Disease
> >
> > Certain types of exercises may help, such as :
> >
> >  a.. Stretching . Simple stretches can be done anywhere and help to keep 
> > the body flexible and mobile. They should be done throughout the day, each 
> > exercise repeated three times, and holding the stretch for three to five 
> > full breaths.
> >  b.. Strength training exercises with light weights can be done at home. 
> > They help to improve balance and co-ordination by strengthening muscles, 
> > and also increase resistance to fractures by strengthening bones.
> >  c.. Aerobic exercises such as walking, cycling, dancing, or swimming help 
> > to maintain general health and well being of the patient. While walking, 
> > the patient should practice heel to toe placement of the feet, longer 
> > strides for walking and short steps with feet apart while turning, and 
> > swinging the arms by the side.
> >  d.. Aquatic exercises performed in a warm pool give excellent results 
> > regarding improvement in muscle tone, increasing range of motion, and 
> > helping to reduce pain and stiffness. The buoyancy of the water helps to 
> > improve balance and posture without the risk of falling.
> >  e.. Exercises to involve movement of the limbs in full range improve 
> > flexibility and mobility.
> >  f.. Singing loudly, reading aloud, making faces in the mirror, or chewing 
> > help to strengthen the facial and jaw muscles.
> >  g.. Yawning helps by opening the throat and helps with swallowing 
> > problems as well as clear speech.
> >  h.. Practicing Tai chi and yoga exercises can help to improve strength, 
> > balance, and flexibility, as well as reduce stress and joint pains.
> > Exercises should be stopped at any point if you are feeling unwell or if 
> > in pain and further exercises should only be resumed after consulting with 
> > your doctor.
> >
> >
> >
> > Rayilyn Brown
> > Director AZNPF
> > Arizona Chapter National Parkinson Foundation
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