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ROCK STEADY BOXING QUEENS, NY

We run Rock Steady Boxing
One-on-One sessions and Small Group Classes here at The Physical Therapy Doctor clinic in Bayside, Queens, NY. Sessions are conducted by Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Coaches all trained in the Rock Steady Boxing techniques.
THE CHALLENGE
Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative movement disorder which can cause deterioration of motor skills, balance, speech and sensory function. The Parkinson’s Foundation estimates there are more than 1 million people in the United States diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, and more than 60,000 people are diagnosed each year. Rock Steady Boxing is the first gym in the country dedicated to the fight against Parkinson’s. In our gym, exercises are largely adapted from boxing drills. Boxers condition for optimal agility, speed, muscular endurance, accuracy, hand-eye coordination, footwork and overall strength to defend against and overcome opponents. At RSB, Parkinson’s disease is the opponent. Exercises vary in purpose and form but share one common trait: they are rigorous and intended to extend the perceived capabilities of the participant.
THE ROCK STEADY BOXING SOLUTION
Various studies in the 1980s and 1990s supported the notion that rigorous exercise, emphasizing gross motor movement, balance, core strength, and rhythm, could favorably impact range of motion, flexibility, posture, gait, and activities of daily living. More recent studies, most notably at Cleveland Clinic, focus on the concept of intense “forced” exercise, and have begun to suggest that certain kinds of exercise may be neuro-protective, i.e., actually slowing disease progression. Our clients attest, and academic institutions, such as University of Indianapolis and Butler University, are reporting and documenting the improved quality of life among our boxers. Discovery of a cure may be many years away but in the last seven years, there is evidence that progress is made in all stages of the disease by those participating in the RSB program.
ABOUT ROCK STEADY BOXING QUEENS, NY
We are learning every day that there are ways in which people with Parkinson’s disease can enhance their daily quality of life and even build impressive power, strength, flexibility and speed! By exercising with coaches who know the ropes, you can fight your way out of the corner and start to feel and function better. Boxing works by moving your body in all planes of motion while continuously changing the routine as you progress through the workout. Our one-on-one customized treatment sessions have proven that a person at any level of Parkinson’s Disease can actually improve their movement, lessen their symptoms and lead a healthier/happier life.
One-on-One and Small Group Classes
We run all Boxing One-on-One sessions here at the PT DOC Physical Therapy clinic in Bayside, Queens, NY in our special Rock Steady Boxing room. We are located in the Bay Terrace Shopping Center where we have plenty of parking. Sessions are conducted by Doctors of Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy that are all certified Rock Steady Boxing coaches.
Covered by Medical Insurance in Our Clinic
The Rock Steady Boxing sessions are covered by medical insurance here at our clinic because we are a rehabilitation facility. Call us for an appointment today and join the fight!
