Participants establish their personal goals, which the Conductor converts into small, attainable tasks. The task series creates an environment of achievement, positive reinforcement and incremental learning. Conductive Education is taught in small homogenous groups, which provide peer support and encouragement. Groups are formed of individuals with similar disabilities, abilities and goals. Conductive Education can help people at all stages of disability, by building a learning program which will make the participant more self-aware, and increase the range and control of his or her movement.
Tasks cover all areas of motor skills, including walking, speech and breathing.
How it works Multiple Sclerosis Emphasis is placed on developing skills for reducing and coping with spasticity, improving control of movements, and techniques to assist with continence difficulties. New techniques will be taught to conserve energy and reduce fatigue. Stroke Survivors Emphasis is placed on learning to use the parts of the body affected by the Stroke and on re-developing body awareness and symmetry. Participants work to enhance coordination and to improve their balance and control. Parkinson's Disease Conductors have a detailed understanding of how Parkinson s Disease affects everyday living, as well as the side effects of the drugs used to control the condition.