Parkinson’s disease impacts around one in 500 people and although there’s no cure for the disease, there are plenty of treatments available to reduce the main symptoms and maintain quality of life for ...

Exercise continues to prove beneficial in managing the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Some research has shown that consistent exercise — at least 2.5 h/wk — can slow symptom progression and improve ...

For most of his 81 years, Frank Vivona, of St. James, considered himself a full-blown couch potato. “I didn’t exercise and, in fact, I never liked exercise,” said the retired schoolteacher. But after ...

In recent years, science has focused on the profound connection between movement and brain health, particularly in the context of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's. The studies are ...

Exercise could be the new prescription for Parkinson's Disease, a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement. More than six million people worldwide suffer from Parkinsons and ...

Mental health plays a critical role in overall well-being, yet it is often overshadowed by physical health concerns. Many individuals, particularly those dealing with chronic illnesses like ...

People with Parkinson's do not have enough of the chemical dopamine because some of the nerve cells that make it have died. “Exercise can be as important as your medication to help you take control ...

Q: A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. She has been told that exercise – especially swimming – can be helpful. She isn’t a strong swimmer and is afraid to try now. Why ...