"Directions" program
Continuous physical activity – Helps maintain the physical condition of the body and even affects mood and even cognition. The spectrum of physiological disabilities among patients is extremely broad, as is the mix of physical activities suitable for Parkinson's sufferers.
The rule of thumb regarding the recommended duration of physical activity says that one should engage in such activity for at least an hour a day, 5 times a week, meaning about 300 minutes a week in total.
It is advisable to vary the types of activity. Vigorous running or walking, exercises to strengthen the back and abdominal muscles and maintain their flexibility. Physiotherapy and hydrotherapy are also considered highly effective sports activities. You can combine game activities such as table tennis, which was discovered to be a sport that significantly improves mobility, stability, and even the course of the disease due to the building of new neurons.
You can Dance In a variety of dance disciplines such as modern dance, Gaga dance, Niye or ballroom dancing – all will do an excellent job of improving cardiopulmonary endurance, and improving mobility and stability of Parkinson's sufferers, and even improving and preserving cognitive function. More limited patients will do what is possible: exercises while sitting or lying down, or with the help of a chair and other furniture – for them it is highly recommended to participate inThe Precinct Circles Zoom.
It is recommended to consult with a fitness trainer or a physiotherapist - for assistance, see above.The 12 Week Challenge"To build a weekly physical activity plan with the guidance of a physical therapist."
The goal of the Directions program: to enable and assist each participant to act and achieve an optimal quality of life by strengthening the body and mind and connecting to a supportive community.
The Contestant's Journey:
It begins with a diagnosis of Parkinson's by a neurologist/family doctor, continues with strict adherence to medication when necessary, and continues with monitoring.
On a continuous exercise routine.
We recommend that you join a supportive community of your choice – a community of veterans, young people, or a community active in physical activity groups such as dance, swimming, table tennis, and more.
To benefit from a subsidized referral package, you must register as a member of the Parkinson's Association in Israel. Please click HERE To register new members.
The program is designed to allow every contestant to benefit from a supportive envelope, which will help everyone in a modular way to achieve the following goals:
- Improving physical fitness while instilling habits for continuous physical activity.
- Assistance and support for new contestants up to two years after the discovery of the disease, in the first steps after the discovery of the disease.
- A connection to the Parkinson's community, so that each contender knows that he is not alone, and that by his side is a supportive and strengthening community that holds social gatherings and joint learning about coping methods.
- Support workshops for those facing challenges and their families, to receive tools for effective coping.
- Assistance and guidance in exercising rights.
The program was developed based on Vision of the Parkinson's Association in Israel Which focuses on four main topics:
- Expanding clinical care
- Diversity of Parkinson's communities nationwide
- Expanding the variety of sports activities
- Mental support for contestants and their families
What do the contestants who passed the pilot say?
"I felt like I wasn't alone, that I was being helped and cared for"
"The mentor who was assigned is amazing and guided and showed the light"
"I received tools for self-management of Parkinson's"
"I started to love sports"
"I met new friends and together we compete and have fun"
If you have not yet joined as an association member, please click HERE To register new members
Click on the image to join the service:
A. The 12-week challenge
1] Intake test - diagnosis of physical condition
2] Personal exercise plan
3] Self-training - 12 weeks
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The online service includes:
- Practice in the WIZECARE system for one year + 4 sessions with a physiotherapist
- Performing an intake test to diagnose the contestant's current physical condition
- Building a weekly physical activity plan with all the activity components required to improve the contestant's physical condition - strength, aerobics, cardiovascular endurance, and more
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B. Accompanying a new contestant
A veteran contestant accompanies a new contestant
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A veteran contestant who has been trained for the task, supported by a professional team, accompanies a new contestant in the first challenges from the moment the disease is discovered (new contestant - up to two years from the discovery of the disease)
D. Support workshops
Contestant Support Workshop
Support workshop for girls and their partners
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Providing a set of tools to better cope with the challenges of Parkinson's, for those with it and their families
E. Exhaustion of community rights
The full assessment To exercise social security rights
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Arrangement with professional parties.
A free meeting to select the candidate, with an attorney who specializes in exercising rights, from National Insurance, state institutions and private insurance companies:
If you have not yet joined as an association member, please click HERE To register new members