Balance and Fall Prevention Exercises for Seniors with Parkinson's: A Safe, Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Illustrated Movements to Rebuild Strength, Confidence and Reduce Your Risk of Falls - Softcover

Vance, Naomi

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798171164973

Publisher: Independently published, 2026

Synopsis

Maybe it started with a foot that seemed to catch on nothing. A turn that felt less certain than it used to. A moment of losing your balance that came from somewhere you couldn't quite explain.

Parkinson's changes how your body moves through the world — but losing your footing does not have to mean losing your independence. Balance training is one of the most well-supported tools available for people living with Parkinson's, and this book puts seventy of those movements directly into your hands, explained clearly enough to practice safely at home.

Inside, you'll discover:

• How Parkinson's affects balance and movement — bradykinesia, rigidity, postural instability, and freezing of gait explained clearly, without jargon
• The science of neuroplasticity — why consistent balance training can genuinely help your brain and body adapt, even after diagnosis
• Guidance on medication timing and your personal exercise window, so you train when your body is best able to respond
• A complete Safety Screening and Self-Assessment, including seated and standing balance self-checks and a clear framework for recognizing your personal fall risk level
• How to set up a safer home environment — lighting, flooring, footwear, grab bars, and the bathroom-specific risks most guides overlook
• 70 fully illustrated exercises across seated stability, standing balance, core and lower-body strengthening, walking and gait training, coordination and dual-tasking, and stretching and flexibility
• A dedicated Fall Recovery chapter — what to do in the moment of losing balance, how to fall more safely, and how to get up from the floor on your own
• Ready-made weekly training plans for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, plus nutrition guidance to support muscle and nerve health
• Ways to track progress, stay motivated through plateaus, and involve family and caregivers in your practice

This book is for you if:

• You or someone you love has been diagnosed with Parkinson's and wants a genuine, structured tool to work with — not vague reassurance
• You've noticed balance becoming less reliable and want to address it proactively, with your care team's guidance
• You're a caregiver looking for a clear, illustrated resource to support a loved one's home exercise routine
• You want to understand the "why" behind balance training, not just follow a list of movements
• You're ready to work toward steadier, more confident movement, one practice session at a time

This book is educational and is not a substitute for medical care. Every exercise is designed to be reviewed with your neurologist, physical therapist, or physician before you begin, and the book includes clear guidance on when a spotter, caregiver, or additional support is recommended.

Scroll up and begin building steadier ground today — one illustrated movement at a time.

Edition details

• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798171164973
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 181