Creighton University physical therapy students are getting patients with Parkinson’s disease moving in a whole new way. With techniques from tai chi, yoga and Pilates, students are learning alternative methods to improve patients’ function and way of life.
Creighton PT students use tai chi, yoga and Pilates to help patients with Parkinson’s disease
- By Creighton University
Creighton physical therapy students work with patients in the physical therapy lab, modifying each exercise to fit each patient’s individual needs.
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