Make Function Exercise

Let’s have FUN with Function – “Make Function Exercise” Why we do what we do! Ever since my NIH funded research established the importance of intensive whole-body amplitude training as a rehabilitation protocol (LSVT BIG ®) for improving function in persons with Parkinson disease1, I wanted to do more to get at the heart of the mobility and…

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Now hiring PT and OT at Parkinson Wellness Recovery

Greetings from the team at Parkinson Wellness Recovery in Tucson, Arizona! We are looking for energetic and innovative physical and occupational therapists to work at the PWR!Gym in Tucson, Arizona and we would love to have you apply. Our physical and occupational therapists work together to provide holistic, comprehensive care for our clients with Parkinson…

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PWR!Gym adds Occupational Therapy

The PWR!Gym adds Occupational Therapy Many people wonder, what does an occupational therapist do? The term “occupation” in OT relates to how we occupy our time, our minds and our bodies throughout each day. The focus of Occupational Therapy is optimal participation in daily life activities that are important to each person. OT can maintain…

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Introducing our new Retrain Functional Mobility™ framework 

Introducing our new Retrain Functional Mobility™ framework It’s definitely time to recertify. We started offering PWR!Moves workshops over a decade ago and we’ve trained over 5,000 therapists! We’re excited to be able to offer the recertification option we’ve been promising. For everyone who’s asked, it’s finally here. Virtual PWR!Moves Therapist Recertification Workshops are now open…

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New CEO – Kimberly Peute

The Board of Directors of Parkinson Wellness Recovery (PWR!) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kimberly Peute as Chief Executive Officer. During her 6-year tenure at PWR!, Kim has held key positions of responsibility and authority including Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Operating Officer. She brings to the role a wealth of knowledge about…

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A Mobility Driven Duo

+ Parkinson Wellness Recovery and Urban Poling: A Mobility Driven Duo Urban Poling and Parkinson Wellness Recovery (PWR!) are proud to announce a collaboration to support those living with Parkinson’s disease by improving their everyday mobility through dynamic exercise programs.Founded by Dr. Becky Farley, PWR! is a non-profit organization that advocates combining rehabilitation goals with…

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Building Strength for Parkinsons Awareness Month

Building Strength for Parkinson’s Awareness Month This month PWR! released the Strength Guided Plan to the PWR! Virtual Experience. Dr. Farley compiled a Research Update for everyone to read regarding strength. To get the most out of your strength-training routines, you need to work at your full cognitive and physical potential. You can get better at…

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PWR and the Parkinson’s Foundation Present: Fitness Fridays

The PWR!Gym partners with The Parkinson Foundation for the month of April PWR! is partnering with the Parkinson Foundation to support their PD Health@Home Events, and specifically Fitness Fridays. This month’s PD-tailored workout videos are led by Parkinson Wellness Recovery (PWR!) on the following dates. April 2nd Whole Body Strength with PWR! April 9 PWR!…

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PWR! and the Parkinson’s Foundation Exercise Guidelines

PWR! is proud to have been involved in the planning and consulting of this important project to help exercise professionals design programs for people with Parkinson’s that are research-informed. These guidelines will also be used to develop a competency framework to inform educational programming!

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Occupational Therapy for Parkinson’s

Occupational Therapy for Parkinson’s, PWR! Wellness Series November 18th, 2020 4:30-6:00 pm (Arizona Time) Occupational therapists empower people to increase independence and overall function in daily life activities. Emily Rich, a PWR!Moves Certified Therapist, will share an overview of strategies OTs implement in treating symptoms of PD. She will share strategies for improving fine motor…

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