WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH DOPA BEATS?
DOPA BEATS is different. It purposely targets the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease. It gives you one more tool that you can employ to help you live a more satisfying and meaningful life. It requires no special talents, just a desire to try something new and the courage to break away from your usual routine.
TECHNIQUES USED IN DOPA BEATS
DUAL TASKINGDual-task (DT) circumstances aggravate gait disorders in Parkinson's disease (PD) and are associated with an increased risk of falling and reduced functional mobility.
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VOICE PRODUCTIONMany people with PD speak quietly and in one tone; they don't convey much emotion. Sometimes speech sounds breathy or hoarse. People with Parkinson's might slur words, mumble or trail off at the end of a sentence. In DOPA BEATS, we encourage lots of talking and singing, preferably LOUDLY!
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BRAIN WAVE ACTIVATIONSeveral studies point towards drumming that involves the use of both hands as being beneficial for the brain
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BENEFITS OF DRUMMNG FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON'S
Creates Positive Socialization and Community Involvement
Improvement in Gait / Reduced Freezing Episodes
Improves Coordination and Dual-Task Ability
Allows for Personal Transformation
Helps Control Chronic Pain
Reduces Anxiety & Stress
Improved Walking Speed
Release Negative Energy
Develop Confidence
Boosts Brain Power
Relieves Depression
Improvement in Gait / Reduced Freezing Episodes
Improves Coordination and Dual-Task Ability
Allows for Personal Transformation
Helps Control Chronic Pain
Reduces Anxiety & Stress
Improved Walking Speed
Release Negative Energy
Develop Confidence
Boosts Brain Power
Relieves Depression