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Balance & Strength
Featuring
Janice Hoffman,
Dr. Kim Jones, Cinda Hugos
and
Dr. Robert Bennett
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1. Test
your balance and improving your posture
Dr. Kim Jones instructs you in
performing a series of balancing movements which test the major components
of successful balancing (inner ear, eyes and muscles).
She also
demonstrates how to regain optimal postural alignment. Before beginning the
exercises in this video, you'll want to be in good postural alignment,
whether you are seated or standing. This will help prevent injury and
unnecessary muscle fatigue
2. Balance and Strength exercises
Janice Hoffman,
a
certified clinical exercise specialist,
takes 3 FM patients through
a workout is divided into: 3 sections: (1) upper-body strength, (2) core
(torso) strength and (3) lower-body strength and balance work. Gentle
stretching for the specific muscles used during each workout section is
included. Whether you are a beginner or are more advanced, this program will
be useful for you. To progress, simply increase the amount of resistance, or
decrease the firmness of your balance surface
3.
Balance
Strategies
and Adaptive aids
Cinda Hugos, a physiotherapist, discusses various balance aids and the best
footwear for good stability, along with strategies for navigating in crowded
public locations.
4.
Education
Dr. Robert Bennett presents
a 20 minute session on the essential features of a comprehensive management
program for FM patients, including the rationale for using various
medications.
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