NAF has launched a petition on Change.org calling on the FDA to prioritize treatment options for rare diseases with urgent unmet needs, including Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA).
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NAF has launched a petition on Change.org calling on the FDA to prioritize treatment options for rare diseases with urgent unmet needs, including Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA).
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Staying active is an important part of managing Ataxia, and the right exercises can help improve balance, coordination, and overall quality of life. Whether you’re looking for physical therapy guidance, adaptive exercise programs, or gentle movement options like chair yoga or tai chi, this page offers trusted resources tailored to people living with Ataxia. Explore exercises for Ataxia that support mobility, build strength, and promote independence—no matter your ability level.
Disclaimer: Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen, exercise, treatment, or nutritional supplement.
Regular exercise can play a key role in managing Ataxia symptoms by helping to improve coordination and maintain mobility. This section includes on-demand exercise sessions from our Annual Ataxia Conference, webinars led by specialists, and additional resources focused on safe, adaptive exercises for people living with Ataxia. Whether you’re new to exercise or looking for ways to stay active at home, you’ll find a variety of movement options tailored to different ability levels.
60-minute core/trunk strengthening workshop utilizing tai-chi, proximal stabilization, and postural correction techniques. Presented by Elizabeth Foss OTR/L.
Sacred Mountain’s philosophy is simple, if you can breath, you can do yoga. They teach a non-dogmatic, no-fluff approach to yoga. It’s accessible for people in chairs and wheelchairs, and no previous experience is neccesary.
This presentation guides you through yoga and stretches that are accessible to people in chairs and wheelchairs.
Tai Chi is a slow, graceful ancient exercise that promotes calm mental focus and alignment while building leg strength, endurance, and balance. Jennifer Keller introduced Tai Chi Basic Moves and the Tai Chi Fundamentals Adapted Form.
The “need to do something for recreation” is an essential element of human biology and psychology. Recreational activities are often done for enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure and are considered to be “fun.” This session discusses adaptive recreation opportunities to improve quality of life for persons with Ataxia of all ages and stages of progression.
Life management strategies, including physical activity, play an integral role in effective management of Ataxia. Indications for intensive physical therapy are individually determined and considers a wide range of factors. Current updates in rehabilitation as well as the benefits of physical activity will be discussed. Additionally, this session will cover safe functional strategies as well as effective motor learning strategies in people living with Ataxia.
Physical therapy is an essential part of managing Ataxia, offering personalized strategies to address balance, strength, and coordination challenges. In this section, you’ll find expert-led sessions from the Annual Ataxia Conference, educational webinars, and helpful tools for working with a physical therapist. Learn how physical therapy for Ataxia can help reduce fall risk, improve functional mobility, and enhance daily living through guided, evidence-based approaches.
Learn about physical therapy strategies designed specifically for people affected by Ataxia. Presented by Jennifer Millar, MS, PT and Jennifer Keller, MS, PT.
This session reviewed exercises to promote optimal function and what you can do to make your everyday life more accessible. Keller also discussed safe mobility strategies as well as present a variety of devices and strategies that can improve mobility. Presented by Jennifer Keller, PT, MS.
This session reviewed coordination training techniques for Ataxia. She also reviewed PT/OT limitations for people with Ataxia. Presented by Elizabeth Foss OTR/L.
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