YOUR PARKINSON'S JOURNEY
"How to take back control of your life, even while living with Parkinson's Disease."
Have you noticed you're having trouble keeping your balance or having a hard time doing daily tasks, like getting up and down from a chair? With a Parkinson's Diagnosis, it's tempting to assume your best days are behind you because you have a progressive neurological disorder.
You may not know when it was that you began to limit your activities because of the stiffness, slowness, poor balance and coordination. It has added up to changing how you move around and function every day. If this is happening to you, you're not alone. We hear these types of things all the time. In fact, Parkinson's Disease is one of the most common conditions we see at HouseFit.
And when it comes to living with Parkinson's Disease, everyone we see wants to know...
"How Do I Slow Down The Progression?"
Most people realize that exercise is a key component for slowing the progression of the disease and staying active and independent as long as possible, but they continue not to take action because they don't know what steps to take or where to go to receive specialized Parkinson's treatments OR they don't believe that exercise will "really work" for them. The great news is that there are several options to help you manage your Parkinson's symptoms and live life on your terms. Read on to find out more about our Specialty Parkinson's Treatments.
Physical Therapy
Whether through a doctor's recommendation or your own personal research, you decide it's time for physical therapy. Great! You're in the right place. HouseFit wants to help you to be more independent and active in your daily life. Our team of Parkinson's specialists treat all of our clients one-on-one so that we can focus on your specific concerns and create a customized plan for you. We integrate knowledge from Rock Steady Boxing, LSVT Big and PWR!Moves into your therapy sessions. Choose to have your therapy sessions at our South County Location or with our In-Home Physical Therapy Team in the comfort of your own home.
Physical Therapy Is Perfect For People Who:
ExerMoves® Fitness Programs
Parkinson's symptoms require constant maintenance for better management. One of the best ways to manage symptoms is through regular exercise. Our ExerMoves® Fitness Programs are literally exercises designed to keep you moving! We use a medical fitness model and focus on the top exercises to help you maintain your fitness and independence with Parkinson's. All of our classes are taught by our Physical Therapy Team, who can modify the routines to meet the needs of all fitness levels. We are experts in slowing the progression of Parkinson's and challenge our clients to maximize their potential with each class.
You may not know when it was that you began to limit your activities because of the stiffness, slowness, poor balance and coordination. It has added up to changing how you move around and function every day. If this is happening to you, you're not alone. We hear these types of things all the time. In fact, Parkinson's Disease is one of the most common conditions we see at HouseFit.
And when it comes to living with Parkinson's Disease, everyone we see wants to know...
"How Do I Slow Down The Progression?"
Most people realize that exercise is a key component for slowing the progression of the disease and staying active and independent as long as possible, but they continue not to take action because they don't know what steps to take or where to go to receive specialized Parkinson's treatments OR they don't believe that exercise will "really work" for them. The great news is that there are several options to help you manage your Parkinson's symptoms and live life on your terms. Read on to find out more about our Specialty Parkinson's Treatments.
Physical Therapy
Whether through a doctor's recommendation or your own personal research, you decide it's time for physical therapy. Great! You're in the right place. HouseFit wants to help you to be more independent and active in your daily life. Our team of Parkinson's specialists treat all of our clients one-on-one so that we can focus on your specific concerns and create a customized plan for you. We integrate knowledge from Rock Steady Boxing, LSVT Big and PWR!Moves into your therapy sessions. Choose to have your therapy sessions at our South County Location or with our In-Home Physical Therapy Team in the comfort of your own home.
Physical Therapy Is Perfect For People Who:
- Are having trouble moving around their home or out in the community due to their Parkinson's.
- Are having more trouble performing their daily routines due to their Parkinson's.
- Are experiencing increased stiffness and pain due to their Parkinson's Disease.
- Have had a recent fall or are losing their balance on a more regular basis.
- Are experiencing Freezing of Gait and having more trouble with walking and turns.
- Have started to give up the things they love to do because it's gotten too hard to do them.
- Are worried about becoming a burden on their loved ones due to their Parkinson's.
ExerMoves® Fitness Programs
Parkinson's symptoms require constant maintenance for better management. One of the best ways to manage symptoms is through regular exercise. Our ExerMoves® Fitness Programs are literally exercises designed to keep you moving! We use a medical fitness model and focus on the top exercises to help you maintain your fitness and independence with Parkinson's. All of our classes are taught by our Physical Therapy Team, who can modify the routines to meet the needs of all fitness levels. We are experts in slowing the progression of Parkinson's and challenge our clients to maximize their potential with each class.
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We offer 4 different Levels of Fitness Programs to help you improve and maintain your strength and independence long-term. Options range from our larger classes, which accommodate up to 19 people, all the way down to personalized 1-1 Private Training options. Let our team of movement specialists help you to challenge and improve your overall strength and energy, while having fun in a supportive environment. Our team knows how to adapt all of the activities to ensure a safe and effective workout.
Our ExerMoves® Programs Are Perfect For People Who:
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Fall Simulation Training
To supplement your treatment plan, you may qualify for sessions with our ActiveStep Balance Trainer. This type of balance training helps older adults stay steady on their feet. It’s called Reactive Step Training and it’s based on the principle of intentionally pushing someone off balance so they can practice catching themselves. Our ActiveStep Balance Trainer replicates real "slips" and "trips" in a safe and controlled environment. With practice, your reflexes get stronger and your balance improves. Users can reduce their fall risk by 50% after using this cutting edge technology!
To supplement your treatment plan, you may qualify for sessions with our ActiveStep Balance Trainer. This type of balance training helps older adults stay steady on their feet. It’s called Reactive Step Training and it’s based on the principle of intentionally pushing someone off balance so they can practice catching themselves. Our ActiveStep Balance Trainer replicates real "slips" and "trips" in a safe and controlled environment. With practice, your reflexes get stronger and your balance improves. Users can reduce their fall risk by 50% after using this cutting edge technology!
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Fall Simulation Training Is Perfect For People Who:
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Here are the best options to decide which of our Parkinson's Services are right for you:
Look What Others Are Saying About Parkinson's Treatments From HouseFit...
John - 71
from Saint Louis, MO |
I have Parkinson's. It was affecting my balance and that made it difficult to participate in simple, everyday activities outside of the house, like going out to eat or going to the grandkids' soccer games or sporting activities.
After a fall down some stairs, 5 broken ribs, a stay in the hospital, and then a stay in rehab, I decided one way to fight PD was with exercise. I started taking group exercise classes at HouseFit. My movement disorder neurologist recommended some additional physical therapy. I had previously been in PT with another provider, but the staff, the atmosphere, the focus on older adults, their approach to fitness are some of the reasons I decided to do my Physical Therapy at HouseFit. My balance has improved. My confidence is up. I'm more active. My wife said that besides my improved balance, she has noticed a definite change for the better in my outlook on life. |
Kathy - 73
from Saint Louis, MO |
I have Parkinson's Disease and my symptoms were getting worse. I was having more balance issues, my tremors were getting worse and I was unable to get up off of the floor or out of a chair by myself.
After starting services at HouseFit, I was able to do things I haven't done in years! We took an Alaskan cruise and I was able to canoe and hike through the forest and I was able to walk up the stairs each day to our cabin on the 7th floor! My balance has improved. My stamina is better. My tremors have improved. I am strong enough to get up and down from the floor by myself. I am able to get in and out of a chair. I am able to go up and down the stairs again. |
