Randy Devitt, 63, noticed something strange going on with his left hand about 14 years ago. Since high school, Devitt had been playing the Vince Guaraldi song, “Linus and Lucy” from “A Charlie Brown ...
“Research shows that exercise can significantly improve mobility and quality of life, and even delay the disease process,” says Sarah Hawks, a physical therapist and specialist in neurologic physical ...
About 1.5 million people in the U.S. live with Parkinson’s, a disorder of the central nervous system. Balance becomes an issue in those with moderate to severe forms. Stay active through walking, ...
Mike Quaglia was 42 when he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, which gradually robs its victims of their ability to move normally. For the next seven years, his condition deteriorated despite ...
To enroll in the Parkinson’s exercise classes at Touchmark on South Hill, call (509) 536-2929. Space is limited. To find out about other classes and support groups in the region, call the Northwest ...
A simple hand-grip test may be a reliable way to monitor possible declines in people diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. University of British Columbia researchers Jenn Jakobi and Gareth Jones just ...
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement. It occurs when brain cells that produce dopamine — a chemical messenger that coordinates smooth, controlled movement ...
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