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  • Living well with Parkinson’s disease

    Waltham YMCA 725 Lexington St, Waltham, MA

    One of the keys to living well with Parkinson's disease is to exercise and to avoid falls. This talk will focus on evidence-based updates and expert recommendations regarding exercise, balance and fall prevention for people with Parkinson's and other movement disorders. Exercise is particularly important as it may help to slow down disease progression, as […]

    Free
  • Low back pain and posture

    Waltham YMCA 725 Lexington St, Waltham, MA

    In this workshop a physical therapist will educate on the components of good posture for a healthy lower back. They will discuss the causes and types of low back pain as well as topics for improving back pain and prevention of low back pain. This health workshop is a continuation of the Community Outreach Program […]

    Free
  • Managing mental health symptoms in a neurological population

    Waltham YMCA 725 Lexington St, Waltham, MA

    This talk will discuss the overlap between neurologic disorders and mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. It will explore common presentations of these mental health symptoms in neurological conditions and their frequency. We will identify ways to increase awareness of these common conditions, how to advocate for yourself, and what treatment may look […]

    Free
  • Neuropathy

    Waltham YMCA 725 Lexington St, Waltham, MA

    In this workshop physical therapists will educate on the sensation changes encompassed with the diagnosis of neuropathy. Therapists will discuss effects of balance, strength, and mobility as well as tips for functionality and avenues of care. This health workshop is a continuation of the Community Outreach Program spanning a variety of health diagnoses, presented by […]

    Free
  • Training for strong bones

    Waltham YMCA 725 Lexington St, Waltham, MA

    Can bones grow stronger? Yes! Physical therapists will describe the foundations of bone physiology, fundamentals of strength training, exercise selection and extremity programming. Seasoned therapists will offer exercise recommendations for cardiovascular exercise and balance exercises as well. This health workshop is a continuation of the Community Outreach Program spanning a variety of health diagnoses, presented […]

    Free
  • Exercise and stroke recovery

    Waltham YMCA 725 Lexington St, Waltham, MA

    Exercise is an important part of the recovery process when one has experienced a stroke. This talk will focus on what the research says about why exercise is important and what kinds of exercise are beneficial to improve one's day to day function. This health workshop is a continuation of the Community Outreach Program spanning […]

    Free