Cancer Support, Healing, Group Information, Scripps Hospital

The Lebed Method 

Scripps La Jolla offers a group exercise program to help people recovering from cancer and other chronic illness. Treatment can often lead to disturbances in strength, range of motion, balance, lymphatic flow, energy levels, body image and quality of life. The Lebed Method—Focus on Healing Through Movement and Exercise class combines music and therapeutic exercises to:

• Emphasize good posture and balance
• Reduce pain and risk of lymphedema (see our lymphedema management program)
• Stimulate circulation
• Improve energy, range of motion and self image

Classes are free to the community, but participants must provide signed consent and medical clearance.
Class schedule: Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., on the 2nd floor of the Schaetzel Center at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. Please call 1-800-SCRIPPS (1-800-727-4777) for registration. Classes are limited to 20 people per session.

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Tai Chi

Every Monday and Wednesday
10/01/2010 - 12/31/2011
9-10 a.m.
Scripps La Jolla Wellness Center offers a number of exercise classes for your health and wellness.
Tai chi is a form moving meditation with a focus on breathing. It is great for relaxation, stress management and balance. Tai Chi can serve as an excellent addition to any exercise program and is considered low impact and is open to anyone.

Cost

There is no charge for the class and parking validation will be given.

Class Details

The fitness center is located on the second floor of the Schaetzel Center on the campus of Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. Please arrive around 15 minutes early to allow time for parking and walking to the class.

Register

Please call 858-626-6493 to register. Registration is required.

Location

Schaetzel Center

9888 Genesee Avenue
San Diego, CA 92037
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To Register

Phone: 858-626-6493

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