Rehabilitation, One Step at a Time
Did you know that Ballroom dancing could help you with rehabilitation? If you or someone you know has recently had surgery, specifically heart, knee, or one that requires movement for rehabilitation, you can use Ballroom dancing as an alternative to other forms of exercise to strengthen your muscles.
With knee surgery, after the initial phase of physical therapy right after surgery, the physical therapist will likely instruct you on stretching and strengthening your muscles around the knee. Ballroom dancing can help with both stretching and strengthening of your muscles while being low-impact on your joints as well. On The Knee Society’s website, they even recommend Ballroom dancing as a suitable activity.
At Flagstaff Medical Center, they use monthly Ballroom dance classes as part of their Cardiac Rehabilitation program. Heart patients get a great support network along with some aerobic activity to help improve their balance, stamina, and mental acuity. Another reason why Ballroom dancing is good for cardiac rehabilitation comes from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. According to them, dancing can lower your risk of coronary heart disease and decrease blood pressure.
So if you are looking for a fun way to get your body back after rehabilitation, you should try Ballroom dancing! It is not as monotonous as walking or some other exercises may be, so you may enjoy yourself. After all don’t we deserve something to enjoy in life? Although this method may work for others, it may not be right for your condition and recovery. Please check with your doctor before doing anything that may re-injure your body.
If you are able and allowed to use Ballroom dancing as a form of rehabilitation, and you live in the East Valley, visit Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona. Dance FX Studios offers private Ballroom dancing lessons that let you move at your pace. Try our Introductory Offer for private classes. More information can be found at https://dancefxstudios.com/
