I personally have not read this book but have heard from several people that it is an excellent resource. Public reviews are at the bottom… -Sherri Woodbridge, founder of Parkinson’s Journey and PD patient
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| Delay the Disease -Exercise and Parkinson's Disease |
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| Manufacturer: David Zid |
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| David Zid, an ACE, APG certified trainer, has collaborated with orthopedic surgeon, Thomas H. Mallory, M.D., who is afflicted with Parkinson's disease, in the development of a Parkinson's specific fitness program designed to proactively minimize tremors and improve flexibility, stability, balance and strength. Delay the Disease contains colorful photographs of Zid demonstrating each move, as well as recommendations for exercise frequency, modification and how to adjust the workout as one improves. Parkinson's patients participating in Zid's fitness program notice improvement in walking, dressing and maintaining balance. Exercises are divided into categories (wake up call, walking and balance, cardiovascular, strength, facial and vocal, and night-time stretching. |
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 Excellent exercise book |
| Review Date: August 26, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Mary A Anderson, |
This book is terrific for those with Parkinson's disease, but stretching can benefit anyone, especially the elderly.
I have read and heard more and more from doctors about the benefits of exercise for Parkinson's patients. There is no cure for this disease, so any information on slowing the progression of the disease is useful. It is a disease that manifests a different set of symptoms for each sufferer, but some commonalities can be back pain, loss of balance, postural instability and slowness or freezing of movement. Soft or slurred speech is also a common symptom. Many Parkinson patients have mask like facial expressions due to infrequent blinking and loss of facial muscle control and tone.
This book has exercises that stretch various muscle and muscle groups to help keep or regain balance and stability. There are exercises to keep the face muscles loose and keep up one's speech volume.
There are levels of exercises so one can do the exercises seated and move on to more vigorous movement, or continue at the seated level.
Each exercise is accompanied by photos which are very clear. The book is in a loose leaf format which makes it very easy to keep open.
I find it extremely useful. It helps keep me as limber and balanced as possible.
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Recommended by Cleveland Clinic neurologist...
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| Review Date: July 19, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Lynn, |
My husband is in the early stages of Parkinson's Disease. His neurologist suggested that he begin these exercises & also that he begin riding an exercise bike, set on no resistance, for 80-90 RPM, for at least 15 minutes, 6 days a week (this is an exciting study that is proving to help relieve some PD patients' symptoms)
Not knowing if there was a difference between the book & the dvd, we purchased both Delay the Disease -Exercise and Parkinson's Disease & Delay the Disease Exercise and Parkinson's Disease DVD. My husband has since learned that he didn't need the DVD. The book's photos and instructions are clear enough for him to understand. If you'd rather watch & exercise along, the DVD is the best choice for you.
The book is spiral bound and lays flat; you can easily see the photos & read the instructions as you exercise.
The DVD is nice because the exercises are performed outside. You can follow along with David Zid, a professional fitness instructor. When David Zid researched exercise & PD, he found only a few basic exercises had been designed for the PD patient. He knew that he could help PD patients and developed this exercise plan.
Exercise Options
This book is broken down into several sections. I'll try to summarize:
Wake Up Call, Walking & Balance Drills, Cardiovascular Exercise, Strength Training --Workout with weights, Non-weight (Core) Days--. Facial & Voice Exercises, Night Time Stretching.
The exercises are broken down into levels of difficulty:
~~~Level A - performed in a seated position, the basic exercise which everyone should be able to accomplish no matter their PD severity.
~~~Level B - tougher than A. More balance & stability is needed; some exercises may be performed in the standing position if applicable to your level.
~~~Level C - is the hardest. Good balance, stability, and hand mobility are needed.
The morning and evening exercises take about 15 minutes each. The other exercises take 45 min to an hour for my husband to complete.
Because my husband is in the early stages of PD, he's not sure how much the exercises are helping him, but he knows it can't hurt. PD is progressive, but can be greatly improved with an exercise routine.
You can find more information and a 'Fit Tip of the Month' at the website delaythedisease dot com.
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Delay the disease - exercise and Parkinsons disese
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| Review Date: March 8, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Mrs. Robyne K. Waller, Sydney, NSW, Australia |
| I am finding this book useful as an exercise aid to keep my body more flexible and to avoid some of the stiffness which comes with PD. I have not attempted all exercises yet - but am working on it. I have found exercise also helps to feel less depressed and more positive. Robyne WallerDelay the Disease -Exercise and Parkinson's Disease |
Help When Needed
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| Review Date: January 3, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Elizabeth K. Secor, Phila, PA |
| This book is like a friend. It coaxes, encourages and explains. The easy-to-use format makes it possible to use by myself. Exercises are very well depicted and there's no confusion . I'm really glad I have it, and try to devote time each day to using it. |
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| Review Date: December 14, 2008 |
| Reviewer: newly diagnosed, NYC |
Purchased with PD[[ASIN:0470073950 Parkinson's Disease For Dummies (For Dummies (Health & Fitness)) which provides a wide range of information about PD and includes an excellent illustrated chapter on diet and exercise.
I like that Delay the Disease -Exercise and Parkinson's Disease is a spiral book with diagrams. Guidance is provided to help design a weekly schedule. Exercises are grouped by degree of difficulty and tabs allow speedy reference to them while you are working out.
Dummies is my reference tool but this book is used every day. I envision tossing this into my suitcase when travelling to ensure I do my exercises. |
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