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Conductive Education is an educational approach to Parkinson’s which helps individuals develop the skills and motivation they need to overcome problems of movement and bodily control they encounter in everyday living.
Parkinson's
 
 
"Conductive Education increases the quality of life of the Parkinson’s disease sufferer and encourages a positive attitude which affects the family to whom we turn for assistance and support… I recommend Conductive Education to help regain movement and lost confidence."
 

 

Have you been newly diagnosed or main rehabilitation services were not felt necessary at the time of application?

Then advice sessions are available. Find out more


The practitioners in our service, specialist educators called conductors, work closely with participants enabling them to learn about their movements and assist in discovering effective ways of approaching daily activities.

Many of our participants speak of the increased confidence and self-assurance they gain from taking an active part in finding solutions to the problems they face in everyday living. This renewed confidence in their abilities enables them to lead more active and independent lives.

 
How can Conductive Education help

Alongside the restrictions and frustrations caused by the loss of mobility, we understand the emotional side-effects - the loss of confidence, the social embarrassment and sense of isolation - that can accompany Parkinson’s.

Conductive Education offers no cure for Parkinson’s disease. What it offers you is the opportunity to maximise your use of movements, provide techniques for overcoming the particular difficulties you face and helps you to find the positive outlook and self-confidence you need to manage the condition in your everyday life.

Conductors possess a detailed understanding of how Parkinson’s affects everyday living as well as the side-effects of the drugs used to combat the condition.

CE cannot replace drugs but works alongside them, encouraging participants to work not only when their drugs are working but also during ‘off’ periods.

Conductors work with you, helping you to find ways of overcoming the problems you face in a range of personal and social situations which are of importance to you.

Your personal aims will be set by you, in discussion with the conductors. For one person this may be to improve walking, for another, writing or speech.

Your personal set of goals will be worked towards within a balanced programme. Particular emphasis is placed on developing:

  1. ways of maintaining a central body position and skills to improve balance and control of movements.
  2. your use of rhythm to help you alter the timing of your movements to provide the flexibility required to perform numerous activities such as opening jars, tying shoelaces or buttoning up clothes.
  3. techniques to assist with both the initiation and control of movements when your voluntary movement is reduced.
  4. techniques to use at different stages in the drug cycle.
  5. breathing techniques to help control the volume and articulation of speech.
  6. your use of rhythm to assist in increasing the control of your walking.
  7. techniques to enhance your writing skills.
 
What can I expect to gain?
  1. increased confidence in your own abilities.
  2. maintenance of your condition and assistance with daily management.
  3. improvements in bodily control and mobility.
  4. improved quality of life.
  5. ability to overcome the inhibitions, restrictions and frustrations that accompany Parkinson’s disease.
 

Vince's Story

For Vince Murphy, living with Parkinson’s disease makes every step an effort. He finds the strength to take these steps through the motivation and support he finds at the National Institute of Conductive Education (NICE).
Vince
 
Further details

For further details on fees, placements and how to apply, please contact us

or email: nicky@conductive-education.org.uk
 
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