PWR Exercise Program Design & Progression Flashcards

What is the primary goal of PWR!Moves exercise programming for individuals with Parkinson's disease?

Answer: Maintain or improve functional independence through neuroplasticity-based exercise

PWR!Moves programming aims to maintain or improve functional independence by leveraging neuroplasticity principles through task-specific exercise.

Which PWR!Move specifically targets trunk rotation and mobility as a foundational movement?

Answer: PWR!Twist

PWR!Twist targets trunk rotation and mobility, which is a key foundational movement for functional tasks in Parkinson's disease.

When designing a PWR exercise program, which principle guides intensity level progression?

Answer: Apply progressive overload with attention to individual tolerance

Progressive overload with attention to individual tolerance ensures the program challenges the client appropriately while accommodating Parkinson's symptoms.

What does the SAID principle mean in the context of PWR exercise programming?

Answer: Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands

SAID (Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands) means the body adapts specifically to the type of stress placed on it, guiding task-specific PWR exercise selection.

Which PWR!Move primarily addresses the anti-gravity extension posture to counteract the flexed posture seen in Parkinson's disease?

Answer: PWR!Up

PWR!Up focuses on anti-gravity extension to counteract the flexed posture (camptocormia) commonly seen in Parkinson's disease.

What is the recommended programming approach for individuals in Hoehn & Yahr Stage 3?

Answer: Include supervised balance challenges and fall prevention strategies

At Hoehn & Yahr Stage 3, clients have balance impairment but remain independent, so supervised balance challenges and fall prevention are appropriate priorities.