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April 15, 2019April 18, 2019

Mindfulness Yoga May Reduce Anxiety, Depression in Parkinson’s Patients, Study Suggests

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Yoga focused on mindfulness — a mental exercise focused on accepting oneself in the present — could lower anxiety and depression as well as motor impairment in people with ... Read more

March 20, 2019March 22, 2019

Trunk Exercises May Improve Balance in Parkinson’s Disease, Study Finds

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Exercise and fall prevention education can improve front-to-back trunk mobility in Parkinson’s patients with a history of falls, according to a Phase 2 clinical trial. The study, “Trunk exercises ... Read more

March 6, 2019March 12, 2019

Exercise Improves Cognitive Function in Parkinson’s, Review Finds

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Exercise has the potential to improve cognitive function in people with Parkinson’s disease, and has positive effects on motor symptoms, according to a recent literature review study. “The potential ... Read more

February 25, 2019February 28, 2019

Exercise That’s Tailored and Routine Can Help Patients at All Disease Stages, Therapist Says

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Although exercise is beneficial for patients at all stages of Parkinson’s disease, a regular routine should be in place before movement issues become pronounced, an expert who led a ... Read more

February 6, 2019February 6, 2019

Parkinson Voice Project to Host Lecture on Making the Most of Exercise Routines

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The Parkinson Voice Project (PVP) is hosting a complimentary educational lecture that will focus on optimizing exercise strategies for Parkinson’s disease patients and caregivers. The presentation “Packing Some ‘Punch’ Into ... Read more

November 28, 2018December 4, 2018

Staying Active Versus Exercise

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease   - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Whether you ask a group of people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) or your neurologist about the best thing you can do to keep PD at bay or slow down ... Read more

November 27, 2018December 4, 2018

Exercise That Motivates Parkinson’s Patients to Push Limits Can Offer Range of Benefits, Experts Say

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With a treatment not yet within reach that might slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease, much less offer a cure, many — doctors, patients, and researchers alike — are looking ... Read more

November 2, 2018November 8, 2018

Benefits of Exercise for Parkinson’s Patients Linked to Increased Dopamine Release, Study Suggests

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Engaging in regular exercise can help preserve the motor and non-motor function of Parkinson’s disease patients, most likely as a result of an increased release of dopamine in the ... Read more

August 20, 2018August 21, 2018

Valuable Advice for Parkinson’s Disease ‘Newbies’

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease   - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

You have been asked to speak to a group of newbies in the Parkinson’s world. You have been asked to share with them wisdom you have gleaned from walking ... Read more

August 17, 2018August 20, 2018

Brian Grant Foundation Launches Online Parkinson’s Exercise Training Program for Professionals

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A new online exercise training program for professionals working with Parkinson’s disease patients has been launched by the Brian Grant Foundation (BGF). This free program is geared toward physical ... Read more

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