PWR Parkinson's Disease-Specific Exercise Protocols 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the role of the PWR!Rock move in addressing Parkinson's disease motor symptoms?

Accepted Answer

It promotes weight shifting and postural transitions to combat rigidity

Answer

PWR!Rock trains rhythmic weight shifting and postural transitions, which helps combat rigidity and improve the dynamic postural control impaired in PD.

Question 2

An individual with PD reports that their symptoms are notably worse in the late afternoon before their next medication dose. How should an exercise session be scheduled?

Accepted Answer

Schedule exercise during the ON state, typically 45–60 minutes after medication

Answer

Exercise should be scheduled during the ON state (45–60 minutes post-medication) when motor control is optimal, maximizing performance and safety.

Question 3

Which PWR! Move most directly trains the floor-to-stand transfer that is critical for fall recovery in Parkinson's disease?

Accepted Answer

PWR!Move (floor work)

Answer

PWR!Move floor work specifically trains the supine-to-stand sequence, addressing the critical safety skill of getting up from the floor after a fall.

Question 4

What is the primary mechanism by which treadmill training benefits gait in Parkinson's disease?

Accepted Answer

Providing rhythmic somatosensory input and external pacing to normalize step length

Answer

Treadmill training provides consistent rhythmic somatosensory feedback and external pacing that helps normalize stride length and cadence in PD.

Question 5

A client with PD has a history of orthostatic hypotension. Which exercise modification is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Allow adequate time for postural transitions and monitor blood pressure responses

Answer

Slow postural transitions with blood pressure monitoring allow the cardiovascular system to compensate and reduce syncopal risk during exercise in PD patients with orthostatic hypotension.

(PWR) Parkinson's Wellness Recovery Moves Certification Practice Test

(PWR) Parkinson's Wellness Recovery Moves Certification Practice Test

PWR Parkinson's Disease-Specific Exercise Protocols 3