Let us help you actively manage your Parkinson's disease.
At Hibiscus Neuro Rehab we believe that it is easier to maintain than to regain function. We work with our Parkinson's clients to proactively manage their condition no matter the stage of their condition.
Current research is showing that by using vigorous exercise you can potentially slow the progression of your Parkinson’s disease. Medical intervention at present can only help with alleviating the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
It has long been known that exercises is important for health, it lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, helps mood and sleep and is now even shown to improve memory.
As Physiotherapists we teach patients to use exercise and therapy that is neuro active, which is exercise to improve the brain and how to put neuro active exercise into everyday life.
We help you make the changes needed to slow down the progression of Parkinson’s. We show you how your activity choices need to be very deliberate and this can take a lot of hard work and effort that pays off.
When we prescribe exercise programs, we incorporate seven core principles;
Power – Moving big and forcefully
High Effort – each movement needs to be at an 80% effort level to obtain the correct output and make brain changes
Challenging – Exercises need to challenge you both physically and cognitively to stimulate brain changes
Specific – The exercise you do needs to be specific to your impairments, working on what is hard for you will make the most changes that are going to improve your life. It also needs to be adapted to your body and specific injuries or health concerns.
Salience – The exercises must bring meaning to your life and your reason for exercising
Fun – You can put the principles into your favorite routine once you know what you are doing, if you enjoy it you will stick with it.
Frequency – Exercise must be done daily, unfortunately with a progressive condition it doesn’t stop so you can’t.
Our role is to incorporate these principles into specific exercises, and work with you to help you recognize and self-reflect on how to put these principles into your daily life it is these little, deliberate and constant movement changes that create the change you too can have.
In addition to becoming more neuro active, it is also recommended that you also participate in cardiovascular exercise that gets you out of breath. This type of whole-body exercise has been shown to be Neuroprotective or Brain protective, further slowing down the progression of Parkinson’s.
Our first recommendation is that you see a Physiotherapist skilled in managing patients newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease so you can partner with them and learn the skills you need to effectively manage your condition.
The team at Hibiscus Neuro Rehab, have over 25+ years experience in neurological rehabilitation and can help start your rehab journey today with up to date knowledge and passion for working with people with Parkinson’s.
We offer assessment and ongoing monitoring of your condition as well as tailored rehabilitation programmes to get you started or help enhance your current programme.
At Hibiscus Neuro Rehab we believe that it is easier to maintain than to regain function. We work with our Parkinson's clients to proactively manage their condition no matter the stage of their condition.
Current research is showing that by using vigorous exercise you can potentially slow the progression of your Parkinson’s disease. Medical intervention at present can only help with alleviating the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
It has long been known that exercises is important for health, it lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, helps mood and sleep and is now even shown to improve memory.
As Physiotherapists we teach patients to use exercise and therapy that is neuro active, which is exercise to improve the brain and how to put neuro active exercise into everyday life.
We help you make the changes needed to slow down the progression of Parkinson’s. We show you how your activity choices need to be very deliberate and this can take a lot of hard work and effort that pays off.
When we prescribe exercise programs, we incorporate seven core principles;
Power – Moving big and forcefully
High Effort – each movement needs to be at an 80% effort level to obtain the correct output and make brain changes
Challenging – Exercises need to challenge you both physically and cognitively to stimulate brain changes
Specific – The exercise you do needs to be specific to your impairments, working on what is hard for you will make the most changes that are going to improve your life. It also needs to be adapted to your body and specific injuries or health concerns.
Salience – The exercises must bring meaning to your life and your reason for exercising
Fun – You can put the principles into your favorite routine once you know what you are doing, if you enjoy it you will stick with it.
Frequency – Exercise must be done daily, unfortunately with a progressive condition it doesn’t stop so you can’t.
Our role is to incorporate these principles into specific exercises, and work with you to help you recognize and self-reflect on how to put these principles into your daily life it is these little, deliberate and constant movement changes that create the change you too can have.
In addition to becoming more neuro active, it is also recommended that you also participate in cardiovascular exercise that gets you out of breath. This type of whole-body exercise has been shown to be Neuroprotective or Brain protective, further slowing down the progression of Parkinson’s.
Our first recommendation is that you see a Physiotherapist skilled in managing patients newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease so you can partner with them and learn the skills you need to effectively manage your condition.
The team at Hibiscus Neuro Rehab, have over 25+ years experience in neurological rehabilitation and can help start your rehab journey today with up to date knowledge and passion for working with people with Parkinson’s.
We offer assessment and ongoing monitoring of your condition as well as tailored rehabilitation programmes to get you started or help enhance your current programme.
Book a free 15 minute consultation to find out how we can help you with your Parkinson's today
This session is designed to discuss current health issues and get really clear how we at Hibiscus Neuro Rehab can help get you where you need to go.
Not sure if we can help you?
In shock with your diagnosis and symptoms and not sure where to turn?
Want help but don't know where to get it?
This is exactly why we have a free 15 min phone consult, let our experienced team help you understand how we can help you and if we are not the right service for you we will point you in the right direction.
This no obligation phone call is just a step in helping you achieve your goals and live your best life.
Want an appointment now phone 09 424 3254 or Email [email protected]
Not sure if we can help you?
In shock with your diagnosis and symptoms and not sure where to turn?
Want help but don't know where to get it?
This is exactly why we have a free 15 min phone consult, let our experienced team help you understand how we can help you and if we are not the right service for you we will point you in the right direction.
This no obligation phone call is just a step in helping you achieve your goals and live your best life.
Want an appointment now phone 09 424 3254 or Email [email protected]
Falls Diary:
Struggling with falls?
ere is a diary to help you keep track of when these are happening. Keep a record can help your therapist and medical team understand what is happening for you and then help tailor your therapy to best suit you.
ere is a diary to help you keep track of when these are happening. Keep a record can help your therapist and medical team understand what is happening for you and then help tailor your therapy to best suit you.
