The PHYSICAL THERAPY CENTER OF VERMONT is proud to offer a program of aquatic exercise for people with symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. This is a program designed to address issues such as balance, stabilization strength and general tips to help recover from the disease limiting restrictions that present with Parkinson’s disease.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
WHERE: The Sports and Fitness Edge-Essex I 4 Morse Drive Essex Junction, VT 05452
THE FACILITY:
The pool is a warm water pool, temperature at ~ 89°F. It is 4 feet deep and our space allows us two lanes of a 75 feet long competitive pool. There are stairs to enter and exit the pool with railings. There is also a lift, should stairs be a limiting factor for the participant. There are locker rooms available for changing as well as a private changing area with a low mat on the pool’s edge. Please consider coming ready for the class in a swim suit under other clothes if you experience difficulty with changing your clothes to facilitate your participation in this event. There is handicapped accessible parking close to the entrance to the pool and there are no stairs involved.
THE PROGRAM:
We will offer exercise and movement appropriate to help one restore an improved awareness of movement and associated balance reactions. The water is a supportive environment and should allow the fear of falling to be less of an issue. We support the use of a partner for any participant with notable balance issues. Partners for exercise are welcomed and encouraged to come at no additional cost to enhance the exercise experience for the participant.
WHEN:
The program will be offered on Fridays at 10:45 for 30 minutes at the Sports and Fitness Edge in Essex Junction. Please try to plan your morning activities as best as you can to be ready at the start of each class.
The class will be on-going on Fridays starting April 25, 2008.
COST:
$5.00/class or 12 classes for $50.00 (Payable at the time of first class)
PLEASE CALL TO REGISTER FOR @ 857-0144.