For Physicians
Patients need physicians’ input on exercise
The American Medical Association (AMA) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) have teamed up to encourage physicians to prescribe exercise to their patients. A recent survey by the ACSM found that nearly two-thirds of patients expressed more interest in exercising to stay healthy if they were advised to do so by their doctors. They would also like their doctors to provide resources and information pertaining to exercise programs.
Movement is Therapy™ is a trusted exercise program that physicians can confidently prescribe to their patients. As each patient is unique, so must their exercise program fit them appropriately. Incorrect movement and exercise can cause more harm than good. It is important for patients to learn “how to” move correctly and which exercises and programs can help each individual improve their personal health.
The Movement is Therapy™ program works with physicians and their patients to identify, manage, and control health risk factors through movement and exercise. Based on physician recommendations, each patient’s program is tailored specifically to meet the needs of individuals challenged with long or short term health issues.
The Movement is Therapy™ program is an easy-to-follow, safe exercise system that is specifically designed to improve the overall health and fitness of an individual and support and accelerate recovery from an illness or injury. For those individuals who are at risk for certain diseases, we offer preventative programs for diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure.
Movement is Therapy™ for:
- Chronic pain
- Low back pain
- Arthritis
- Depression
- Fibromyalgia
- Weight loss
- General fitness
All programs include cardiovascular, strength, balance and flexibility training as well as alignment components and are based on the ACSM exercise guidelines. These programs are personalized to reflect the individual needs of each patient. Our goal is to improve overall health and well-being for individuals by equipping them with the tools to begin a successful movement program and to give physicians a trusted and efficient source that enables them to prescribe fitness to their patients.
For more information about how the Movement is Therapy™ program can support your business and patients, please call us at 615-289-9939 or email greta@movementistherapy.com.
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