Yoga for People Parkinson's Disease and Their Care-Givers

 

July 5, 2024

What I know for sure is that yoga changes our ability to cope with Parkinson's Disease and to manage as a caregiver. The science is there and the proof is in the practice.

 

Welcome to Atlas Yoga Studio ...

or welcome back ... We are glad that you are here. Each week we share yoga with folks who have PD and their caregivers. In today's newsletter we share little bright quote or two, articles about research and new discoveries and stories of success and overcoming. If there is something that you would like to see here let us know. If you have a poem or a song to share - let us know and we can publish it here.

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Schedule


Zoom Link for Class July 8 & 10th available when you sign up for the session.


What to sign up for the fall or less than 10 classes email Denise at info@atlasstudio.com

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Recordings

You have access to a collection of recordings of chair yoga classes designed just for you.


The links for the recordings are archived in Slack we can also send along a link to a class if you miss your weekly classes.

 
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What Foods Should Parkinson’s Patients Avoid?



By Denise Davis-Gains

There is no known way to eliminate all symptoms of Parkinson’s. Although there are medications available to reduce the severity of symptoms, they all too often are ineffective when used as the only treatment method, and they may have adverse side effects.

This has led many to pursue symptom relief through dietary changes, and there are certain foods that patients with Parkinson’s should include in their diet and certain foods that they should avoid. The following is a review of how Parkinson’s patients can possibly reduce symptoms through small modifications to their diet.

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New Programming Coming Your Way

Fall 2024

  • Steady & Strong Yoga: Balance and Fall Intervention a challenging yoga program
  • Parkinson's Voice Project Yoga: Speech and swallowing Therapeutic Yoga
  • Fierce Flow Yoga: Moving yoga meditation that will make you sweat and laugh

YOGA AND HOPE

A Journey of Strength and Resilience

Parkinson's disease may present challenges, but yoga offers a path to cultivate hope and well-being for both patients and caregivers. Here's an inspirational quote to illuminate this journey:

"Even the smallest movement, when done with intention and awareness, can become a powerful force for change." - Thich Nhat Hanh (Vietnamese Buddhist monk)

This quote emphasizes that progress, however small, holds immense value. Yoga practice allows individuals with Parkinson's to find empowerment through mindful movements, fostering a sense of control and accomplishment. Caregivers, too, can benefit from the mindful focus yoga provides, helping them manage stress and find renewed strength to support their loved ones.

Together, with each intentional breath and movement, yoga offers a beacon of hope on the path of Parkinson's.


Hope looks like fighting back. When we have a set back we work that much harder to gain back the mobility, the balance, voice, coordination and cognition.

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Parkinson's Research

 
Parkinson Research

The Latest and Greatest in Parkinson Research

This year I got to meet Hubert Fernandez, MD, FAAN, Director of Cleveland Clinic's Center for Neurological Restoration, and in this video he delivers the spotlight presentation on the latest and greatest in Parkinson's disease research.


To learn more about Dr. Fernandez, please visit https://cle.clinic/36YBANH

 
 

Know someone who would like to work with People with Parkinson's?

 
 

We are offering a well rounded program for movement professionals who would like to work with people with Parkinson's and their Caregivers. This program is also great for those who already do work in this area and what to increase their knowledge and awareness of yoga interventions.

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