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Coffeyville Regional Medical Center - Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program is a free, biweekly, one-hour class designed to help individuals with arthritis. Classes include low-impact exercises, both seated and standing. An activity such as beach volleyball, parachute, basketball toss, or box step dancing is also included. A five-minute educational segment on arthritis follows, concluding with a five-minute relaxation activity. For participants interested in improving their balance, a 10-minute tai chi program is offered after the main class.
What is it?
The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program is a free, biweekly, one-hour class designed to help individuals with arthritis. Classes include low-impact exercises, both seated and standing. An activity such as beach volleyball, parachute, basketball toss, or box step dancing is also included. A five-minute educational segment on arthritis follows, concluding with a five-minute relaxation activity. For participants interested in improving their balance, a 10-minute tai chi program is offered after the main class.
Who is it for?
Individuals with any form of arthritis.
Why do they do it?
More than 497,000 Kansas residents are physician-diagnosed with arthritis. Montgomery County was recognized by Coffeyville Regional Medical Center and the Arthritis Foundation as being underserved for their programs.
Impact
The program serves 12 to 20 participants each week. More than100 participants have been educated on the benefits of exercise and the appropriate exercises for persons with arthritis.
Contact: Cheryl Foster
Registered Occupational Therapist, Director of Rehabilitation Services
Telephone: 620-252-1505
E-mail: cherylf@crmcinc.org
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