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 ...

Tammy Corrigan was just 50 years old when she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. In May 2022, Corrigan met with Guillaume Lamotte, MD, MSc, a neurologist and assistant professor in the Department ...

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive movement disorder of the nervous system. Symptoms of Parkinson's typically develop slowly over years, but tend to show up as tremor, limb stiffness, slow movement, ...

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 ...

With no known cure for Parkinson's disease, research suggests that exercise is one of the most effective ways to slow its ...

February 9, 2012 — Results of a randomized trial show that training patients with Parkinson's disease in the ancient art of tai chi reduced balance impairments, improving function and reducing falls. ...

Why exercise matters: Studies link moderate, sustained activity to reduced brain inflammation and improved neuron health in Parkinson’s patients. Community strength: Richmond’s LiftPD program uses ...

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month and staying active can be life-changing for those with the disease.The Cincinnati Sports Club is offering specialized classes to help participants build strength, ...

“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 ...