Re: ***TIM***need exercise advice

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Hi Tim.........my husband, has gone through several physical therapy

programs at our local hospital here in Olympia, WA.  The first few times the

program was just the usual one presented to and for disabled patients.

The more 's therapist worked with him the more involved she became!

On her own, she delved into different programs and came up with one especially

formulated for Parkinson Patients. It is called " The BIG PT Program " Every

exercise is formatted with PDpatients in mind......  Overly exaggerated

movements is what this program is all about.  I will spend some time and

attempt to gather up more information for you, Tim.  Oh, there is also a " BIG

Speech Therapy " program.....developed especially for the PD patient...teaching

them how to speak louder and not to mumble.....I wish you the Best of Luck with

your Dad.

MJ

 Jo

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>Sent: Friday, November 4, 2011 8:55 AM

>Subject: need exercise advice

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>We are still learning & still not sure what my dad has, lbd? pd? He needs to

exercise & stretch, he started physical therapy but we want to do more at home.

I cant find any books on exercise for LBD, so would a Parkinson's exercise book

be ok for LBD patient? Any advice is appreciated.

>tim

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