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Parkinson’s Exercise Program

Central Illinois offices: Peoria, Morton, Washington, Pekin, Bartonville, Metamora & Chillicothe

This program is for people with Parkinson’s Disease or other diagnosed movement disorders.

  • Where: Classes are held at IPMR Peoria, North
  • When: Classes are held Tuesdays & Thursdays from 2:30 to 4:00 pm.
  • Contact: Melanie Shearer at (309) 692-8110

Classes consist of:

  • Stretching and warm-ups to make sure your muscles are ready to go
  • An individualized regimen of gentle aerobics
  • Individualized strength training
  • Exercises for strength, flexibility and endurance
  • A terrific group, and time for camaraderie!

The cost for these classes is affordable, and monthly discounts are available. We do require a physician’s approval to participate. Unless you are currently on therapy, a physical therapy evaluation will also be conducted to determine mobility and strength limitations. (This evaluation is a separate charge but is generally reimbursed by Medicare or other insurance carriers.)