Consult with your medical professional specializing in Parkinson’s for full functional evaluation, recommendations and approval before exercising.
Remember, Safety first: Exercise during "on" periods, when taking medication.
It's not safe to exercise on your own, have someone with you!
3 Pieces of Advice to Newly Diagnosed Patients:
1. Spend more time being active and less time on the couch!
2. Get involved in your community and be part of the community!
3. Make life better for others!
OhioHealth's Parkinson's Wellness class is sponsored by the Parkinson's Walk for a Cure.
Schedule of classes
After being evaluated by an OhioHealth Physical Therapist, the participant is assigned to a class that best fits his/her needs. To schedule an evaluation, call 740.420.8243.
All classes on held at:
1280 North Court St. Circleville, Ohio 43113
(For more information, call 740.420.8243)
We exercise, we talk, we laugh, and we have fun! Each class is an evidenced-based fitness program designed to optimize physical function and help delay the progression of symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease. This wellness program is an important part of OhioHealth’s care continuum of neurologists and expert therapists working together to address the impairments associated with Parkinson’s disease. Come join the fun!
OhioHealth believes that living well with a neurologic condition means fueling your mind, body and spirit. Our tailored programs and teams of specially trained instructors will help you reach all of your wellness goals.
Our neuroscience wellness programs combine weekly exercise and education classes to keep your mind and body active, and help you live a full life.
OhioHealth's structured programs offer many physical, cognitive and social benefits, with a dedicated curriculum tailored to your condition and function level. Participants in these programs have reported improvements not only in their ability to manage symptoms, but also in their sense of motivation, energy and self-esteem.
Start your week with calmness, as you take part in guided relaxation techniques to help boost brain power and reduce stress.
Experts guide us through Parkinson’s topics that matter most to you in these weekly webinars.
Get moving with our PD-tailored fitness videos that feature a different focus every week, from balance to coordination and more. Choose the at-home workouts that meet your fitness goals.
The Parkinson's Foundation, in collaboration with the American College of Sports Medicine, created new Parkinson’s Exercise Recommendations to ensure that people with Parkinson’s are receiving safe and effective exercise programs and instruction.
ALL AGES ARE WELCOME!
This program uses Sun Style Tai Chi forms to:
• Improve physical and mental balance
• Increase flexibility
• Decrease arthritis pain
• Help prevent falls
Tai Chi for Beginners can be done seated or standing!
Questions? Contact Holly Bandy at bandy.54@osu.edu
DATE:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays
January 14 - March 5, 2025
TIME: 2:30-3:15 p.m.
LOCATION:
Virtual (zoom link will be
sent upon registration)
The Parkinson's Foundation is dedicated to bringing the Parkinson’s disease (PD) community virtual educational and wellness programs through PD Health @ Home. PD Health @ Home allows you to access at-home resources year-round through weekly online events designed for you.
Total HealthWorks offers a variety of services to meet our members needs. We offer live, online group classes most days of the week, with 100’s of on-demand classes and workouts that you can do anytime from your computer, tablet, phone, or TV.
All information on This website is intended to inform the reader of recent developments in the Parkinson Community. Any advice or recommendations contained herein should not be taken without first consulting your own medical provider. always consult your medical team/doctor regarding all matters pertaining to your health.
We thank everyone for making the 2024 event the biggest ever, showing unity and support for those families in Pickaway county and the surrounding area with loved ones experiencing Parkinson's disease.
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