Impact of an 8-week Occupation-based Holistic Wellness Program on Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms: A Case Series

Thursday, October 30, 2025

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Location: Station 4

Presenting Author(s)

Krystal Robinson-Bert, OTD, OTR/L, BCPR, CSRS, CBIS, C/NDT

Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
Messiah University

Describe the structure, components, and goals of the “PWR! Moves: Body, Mind, Connection” holistic wellness program designed to support individuals with Parkinson’s disease.
Analyze pre- and post-intervention data from the Unified Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) to evaluate changes in motor and non-motor symptoms among program participants.
Discuss the implications of occupation-based, holistic interventions on functional performance, psychosocial well-being, and social participation for individuals with Parkinson’s disease.