Patty

Goal:

I want to walk with stamina and stability and without a walker. I want to be able to be in busy places and not feel nauseous when exposed to too much visual stimulus.

Time Frame:

6 months

Best Outcome:

I will walk more independently and safely and can do things that involve the business of every day life, such as shopping in stores and driving.

Steps and Action Plan:

• Step 1:

  eye exercises at therapy and at home

  • Activity 1:

    Eye Pushups and moving head when walking

• Step 2:

  Balance exercises at therapy and at home

  • Activity 1:

    Use foam, balance ball, say the word list as do these exercises

  • Activity 2:

    Practice both with eyes open and closed

• Step 3:

  Practice Walking with walker and cane

  • Activity 1:

    laps around pool, laps in house with cane

• Step 4:

  Daily stretching and meditation to reduce anxiety

  • Activity 1:

    Use visualization to support the goal and incorporate breathing exercises too!