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"ALZHEIMER'S TABLE TENNIS THERAPY" PROGRAM

WHAT Ping Pong dementia therapy sessions for those Alzheimer's and other dementia.
WHYTo provide a stimulating activity for Alzheimer's and other dementia that may help with mind fitness, improve alertness, balance and coordination.
WHERESport And Art Educational Foundation.
Arthur Gilbert Table Tennis Center.
Mikhail Zaretsky – Director.
Los Angeles, CA. U.S.A.


Program Description


"They have to predict where the ball is going, they have to respond to distance, they have to respond to time... they have to be there!"
-Mikhail Zaretsky , Director Gilbert Table Tennis Center.

source: Los Angeles Times

A Japanese clinical study has demonstrated that table tennis activates up to five separate portions of the brain simultaneously therefore increasing awareness and better cognition in those Alzheimer's and other dementia.

"Alzheimer's Table Tennis Therapy" Program may be used uses as a possible mind fitness therapy program.

The Arthur Gilbert Table Tennis Center is a world class training and instructional facility.
source: Sport And Art Educational Foundation.

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