Invigorate Physical Therapy & Wellness

03/22/2023

Hi Friends, Invigorate has closed but you can find me at my new home at Spero Rehab in Austin (see locations below). I'd be happy to see you at either location! My best, Sarah

10/19/2022

This week we had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Sarah King, PT, DPT of Spero Rehab in Austin, and Sidney Collin, Inventor of NexStride about techniques and innovations to remedy freezing of gait. Both Sidney and Sarah had valuable insights to share about why freezing occurs, and how to address it. In this clip, Dr. Sarah King demonstrated her 5S method to get unstuck when you freeze. Whether you struggle with freezing or not, we highly recommend you check out the full interview on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/imVmt_V2Au4

10/17/2022

🙌🏻 Looking forward to chatting with Power for Parkinsons today and sharing some treatment strategies for freezing of gait in Parkinsons.

(Please note: While I’m no longer seeing patients through Invigorate, I do see clients 1-on-1 at Spero Rehab in Central and South Austin: [email protected])

You're Invited! Join Co-Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Nina Mosier TOMORROW at 3:30 PM as she sits down with Sarah King PD, DPT, and Sidney Collin to discuss techniques and innovations that can help people with Parkinson's overcome freezing. Sarah King PD, DPT from Spero Rehab, also the founder of Invigorate Physical Therapy & Wellness has specialized in Parkinson’s physical therapy for the last 10 years. Sidney Collin is the Co-Founder and CEO of De Oro Devices, and the inventor of NexStride, an unobtrusive device that helps people with Parkinson’s to minimize, overcome, and prevent freezing episodes.

This discussion will be held live on YouTube at www.YouTube.com/powerforparkinsons/live from 3:30 - 4:30 PM. We welcome everyone in our community to ask questions in the chat and join in the conversation. We hope to see you there!

04/06/2021

Hear the latest in Parkinson's science, treatment, and self-care at WPC Virtual taking place from May 17 - May 21. See the program and register: https://www.worldpdcoalition.org/page/WPCVirtual....................

12/05/2020

💔 The hardest blog post I've ever written..

As some of you in our Invigorated Community know, I have made the difficult decision to close Invigorate PT.

I wanted to take some time to thank you all properly for helping me grow something that I believe changed the Parkinson's world for the better, even if it was a very small shift.

🎉 There are, however, some things to celebrate as this chapter comes to an end! Every single one of our Parkinson's programs have found a new home thanks to the wonderful folks at Davis Phinney Foundation, Parkinson Wellness Recovery, and Theory Health - Casey Farlow, RD.

👇 All the details can be found in this blog post.

If you are reading this, thank you for being part of our community and trusting me on your Parkinson's journey. It has meant the world to me. 🙏

It is with a heavy heart that I'm writing this today...

09/23/2020

These times are challenging, especially for our Parkinson's community.

✨ So how can we tap into our inner resilience if it's starting to dwindle?

One way is to read about others who have been through challenges and survived by channeling their inner strength and fortitude. Their stories offer us perspective and hope that things can always get better, no matter how bad they seem.

📖 The reading list below that includes 7 true stories of survival to help you channel your own inner resilience.

Do you have a favorite story of resilience? Share it in the comments below.

As the global pandemic continues to disrupt the daily routines, medical care, and exercise programs for our Parkinson’s community, stress levels are high and spirits may be dwindling. While these are normal reactions to prolonged isolation and uncertainty about the future, they can lead to a not-s

09/21/2020

🎼 Music is medicine!

(Check out Davis Phinney Foundation's Happy Dance Playlist below for a quick mood boost.)

"In addition, a 2015 review in the World Journal of Psychiatry found that music therapy is an effective treatment for mood disorders related to neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s. After reviewing 25 trials, the researchers concluded that music is a valid therapy to potentially reduce depression and anxiety, as well as to improve mood, self-esteem, and quality of life."

To take advantage of these benefits, try any of these 5️⃣ music-related activities including:

🎧 Listening to relaxing music
🗣Performing simple breathing and voice exercises
👟Walking or moving to the beat of the music
👏 Clapping along with your favorite songs
🎤 Singing in a choir

There’s no denying that the isolation from shelter-in-place orders that have hit some of our communities has disrupted daily life, including our access to healthcare, social activities, and exercise. This has impacted our Parkinson’s community significantly, contributing to an increase in moto

04/03/2020

A helpful Parkinson's & COVID-19 webinar recording from Dr. Shilpa Chitnis. Thanks for sharing Tribe Wellness!

Skypass Foundation launched its "Ask the Doctor" series on 4/1/20, covering the topic of Covid-19 & PD. For a list of resources that were shared during this ...

03/12/2020

[💪🏻 NEW Parkinson's Exercise Video] Do you have discomfort in your legs, calves, ankles, or feet? Check out the latest video I created with the Davis Phinney Foundation demonstrating 8 ankle and foot exercises to decrease pain and improve mobility.

Please share if you found it beneficial!

Parkinson's physical therapist Sarah King walks you through four seated and four standing ankle and foot exercises to help reduce pain and increase flexibili...