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Karate Finale for Physical Rehabilitation Patients

Monday March 8th, 2010

La Rabida showcases Karate techniques in child rehabilitation.

WHO
La Rabida’s own Karate Kids: children with special healthcare needs performing Karate moves learned in a therapy-based Karate program.

WHAT
Physical therapists and occupational therapists will lead a group of white-robe clad rehabilitation patients through a series of Karate moves in an inspiring demonstration of mobility

WHEN
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 5 p.m.

WHERE
La Rabida Children’s Hospital, East  65th Street at Lake Michigan, in Outpatient Rehabilitation Gym

WHY
The Karate Finale is the culmination of an eight- week class that engages patients with chronic illnesses and conditions that limit mobility.  Conditions such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, rheumatologic issues and coordination disorders usually result in weak muscles and restrained movement.  The Karate class fuses fun with function and wraps in a fantastic show.