How factors such as weather, geography, and altitude could have a potential impact on PD symptoms.
Cold weather can make Parkinson's disease symptoms worse. This is because cold weather can make people with Parkinson's disease more...
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Oct 4, 2023
Listen to an interview with David Leventhal, founder of Dance for PD
This interview presents evidence that Dance is extraordinarily beneficial for PD. You are invited to dance with us. Classes on Tuesday at...
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Jul 18, 2023
Our First Ping Pong Parkinson's Went Well
I've been living with Parkinson's disease for 11 years, I am enjoying a few things that I'm getting better at. Playing ping pong is one...
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Jul 11, 2023
Riding a bike with PD, is it safe for a person with balance problems?
I recently was asked by an acquaintance if it would be safe for a person with PD that had balance issues to ride a bike . I thought I...
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Jun 3, 2021
Scientific evidence: Exercise, Yoga, and Meditation Can Help
"Exercise is a universally available, side-effect-free medicine that should be prescribed to vulnerable populations as a preventive...
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Jun 3, 2021
What is a Parkinson's yoga class?
Yoga is an effective way for Parkinson's sufferers to increase flexibility and ward off the rigidity associated with PD. Muscle spasms,...
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Jun 3, 2021
What is a Parkinson's Boxing class?
A Parkinson’s boxing class is a full-body workout exercise regimen where you perform non-combat boxing exercises. A typical Parkinson’s...
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Jun 26, 2020
Take a hike
The past five months we had to change how we interact with others. We’ve had to work out online, gather over Zoom, and give up the...
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May 22, 2020
Dance Through Parkinson's with Rachelle 01:30 PM every Tues and Thurs on ZOOM
Register in advance for this class: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZMkceypqjIvjxJuFWFrY0okTlnrKecOCw Rachelle makes this class...
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