Improve your Balance - 12 week series starts Saturday, Sept. 30th, 2023

When we lose or regain our balance, it is mostly recognized through HOW we move. For balance, we do not only use one sensory organ, but three different sensory inputs: the vestibular system (inner ear), vision, and proprioception (cells in joints that indicate to our nervous system their position in space).

The good news is that physical balance can be improved at any age through movement and exercises to develop your kinesthetic sense and the use of your vestibular system. The Feldenkrais® Awareness Through Movement® lessons in this series will provide an opportunity to improve overall daily movement like sitting, standing, walking, and the transition in between.   

Join Uwe Mester for 12-week series and find out how to comfortably improve your balance.  You do not need prior experience to enjoy this 12-week series. The series starts on Saturday, Sept.30, 2023 at 10 a.m. Each lesson will be repeated on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. For registration, please go to: https://www.vermontfeldenkrais.com/online-classes

Research Studies on Feldenkrais Method® and Balance :

A number of peer-reviewed research studies have been published that show that a series of Feldenkrais® lessons enhances balance for both more and less active older adults, as well as individuals with multiple sclerosis or stroke.

 Connors, K. A., Galea, M. P., & Said, C. M. (2011). Feldenkrais Method balance classes improved balance in older adults: a controlled trial. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Volume 2011. [Article ID 873672, 9 pages]. doi: 10.1093/ecamnep055/

 Hillier, S., Porter, L., Jackson, K., & Petkov, J. (2010). The effects of Feldenkrais classes on the health and function of an aging Australian sample: a pilot study. The Open Rehabilitation Journal, 3, 62-66.

 Vrantsidis, F., Hill, K. D., Moore, K., Webb, R., Hunt, S, & Dowson, L. (2009). Getting Grounded Gracefully: effectiveness and acceptability of Feldenkrais in improving balance. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 17(1), 57-76.

 Stephens, J., DuShuttle, D., Hatcher, C., Schmunes, J., & Slanika, C. (2001) Use of Awareness Through Movement improves balance and balance confidence in people with multiple sclerosis: a randomized controlled study. Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy, 25(2), 39-49.

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