PD Warrior Practical Course: Auckland, New Zealand - Sunday 10th March, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Level 1 Theory and Level 2 Practical Workshop Bundle

This course is ESSENTIAL if you work with people living with Parkinson’s and was developed by Founder, Melissa McConaghy, FACP. Mel has been working with Parkinson’s patients for 17 years and is 1 of only 7 Specialist Neurological Physiotherapists in Australia.

This course has been designed for Health professionals with experience in treating people with Parkinson’s. Learn how to improve function, quality of life and long-term exercise behavior by building on your knowledge of assessment, exercise prescription and motivational coaching. This course is essential if you work with people living with Parkinson’s.

• LEVEL 1 is an eight-week course conducted online and a prerequisite for Level 2
• LEVEL 2 is a one-day practical workshop. 

• The latest evidence underpinning intensive and neuro-active exercise prescription
• The pathophysiology of Parkinson’s
• How to tailor exercise effectively for the three different types of Parkinson’s
• The seven core principles of neuroplasticity and how to implement them effectively
• How to deliver the 10 Core Exercises and how to create your own exercise portfolio
• How to create an enriched and motivating exercise environment
• Learn how to empower your patients and create long-term exercise behaviours
• How to assess and treat someone throughout the various stages of Parkinson’s