Parkinson’s Disease Fitness News

Olean Times HeraldJMH therapists certified to treat Parkinson's patientsOlean Times HeraldWELLSVILLE — Jones Memorial Hospital now has two physical therapists who are certified in LSVT BIG, an exercise treatment program for people with Parkinson's disease. Christy Hart, PT, and Scott Szalay, PTA, recently completed the training and are now ...and more » ... read more

Wellsville Daily ReporterJMH therapists certified to treat Parkinson's patientsWellsville Daily ReporterWELLSVILLE — Jones Memorial Hospital now has two physical therapists who are certified in LVST BIG, an exercise treatment program for people with Parkinson's disease. Christy Hart, PT, and Scott Szalay, PTA, recently completed the training and are now  ... read more

Quad City TimesSTART THE WEEK OFF RIGHT: Punching out the progression of Parkinson'sQuad City Times“There is increasing medical evidence that exercise can be a factor in preventing disease and slowing progression of disease. There are also additional benefits like socializing with others, improved mood, stabilization of cognitive function and ... ... read more

National Coordinator of Signature Events for The Parkinson's Foundation. Patients were given the opportunity to learn exercises, find local resources and move with the ones who are there for them thro ... read more

WILX-TVFighting Parkinson's from a different angleWILX-TVDoctors say there is medical evidence exercise reduces stiffness, improving mobility, posture and balance. The little-understood neurological condition can cause tremors and difficulty moving. Michael J. Fox, Alan Alda and the late, great Muhammad Ali ... ... read more

Eppson Center for Seniors: Oct. 22-26Laramie Boomerang9am Exercise and Dance Class This class uses a variety of exercise DVD's to guide them through stretching and strengthening. After the DVD is completed, the participants practice line dancing. 10am Chess Players of all strengths invited! Bring a board ... ... read more

The Union of Grass ValleyFighting back: Parkinson's patients find strength in boxingThe Union of Grass ValleyWeber explained that Rock Steady Boxing is the only exercise program that really addresses the Parkinson's issue, and Training Zone is the only venue in the county to offer it. He emphasizes it's not a ... read more

Evolve Physical Therapy proudly partners with Rock Steady Boxing to help knock out Parkinson's disease throughout NYC, offers new exercise program specifically aimed at improving the quality of life f ... read more

NYC Physical Therapy Clinic, Evolve NY, Hosts Rock Steady Boxing's Innovative Parkinson Training ProgramPR Newswire (press release)BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Evolve Physical Therapy proudly partners with Rock Steady Boxing to help knock out Parkinson's disease throughout NYC, offers new exercise program specifically aimed at improving the quality ... read more

TippNews DAILY (press release)EVOLVE Physical Therapy in NYC Hosts Rock Steady Boxing's Innovative Parkinson Training ProgramTippNews DAILY (press release)BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) –- Evolve Physical Therapy proudly partners with Rock Steady Boxing to help knock out Parkinson's disease throughout NYC, offers new exercise program specifically aimed at ... read more

California NewswireBROOKLYN, NY: EVOLVE Physical Therapy in NYC Hosts Rock Steady Boxing's Innovative Parkinson Training ProgramCalifornia NewswireEvolve Physical Therapy proudly partners with Rock Steady Boxing to help knock out Parkinson's disease throughout NYC, offers new exercise program specifically aimed at improving the quality of life for people living with Parkinson's ... read more

Send2Press Newswire (press release)EVOLVE Physical Therapy in NYC Hosts Rock Steady Boxing's Innovative Parkinson Training ProgramSend2Press Newswire (press release)BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) –- Evolve Physical Therapy proudly partners with Rock Steady Boxing to help knock out Parkinson's disease throughout NYC, offers new exercise program specifically aimed at ... read more

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Evolve Physical Therapy proudly partners with Rock Steady Boxing to help knock out Parkinson's disease throughout NYC, offers new exercise program ... read more

Health and support groups Oct. 19The Winchester StarThe Neurologic Music Therapy Group exercise class for persons with Parkinson's meets on Wednesdays at 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. If you are interested in participating, contact Abby Amidon, music therapist at Westminster-Canterbury, at 540-542-0656, or email ... ... read more

messenger-inquirerPatients facing serious illnesses, chronic diseases find benefit in working out togethermessenger-inquirerStudies have already shown that exercise benefits people affected by diseases such as cancer and Parkinson's. Experts believe group exercise classes for these individuals - a population less likely to feel comfortable in a typical gym setting - can ... read more

The ColumbianParkinson's fundraiser has larger goals in second yearThe ColumbianThe venture has been so successful that Flentke, a licensed physical therapist and a certified exercise expert for aging adults, said Boomerang has patients who travel from Tualatin, Oregon and West Linn, Ore., bypassing Portland for care. And just ... ... read more

East Hampton StarFighting Back Against Parkinson's in Sag HarborEast Hampton Star... explosion of research looking into the impact of exercise when it comes to Parkinson's, and it's been found that exercise can certainly slow the progression of the disability,” the hallmark symptoms of which include tremors, balance impairment, and ...Metro ... read more

Patients facing serious illnesses, chronic diseases find benefit in working out togetherThe Keene SentinelNow, some athletic and medical organizations across the country are connecting the two to extend those gains to people facing serious illness. Studies have already shown that exercise benefits people affected by diseases such as cancer and ... read more

Your Health: Patients facing serious illnesses, chronic diseases find benefit in working out togetherJacksonville Daily NewsStudies have already shown that exercise benefits people affected by diseases such as cancer and Parkinson's. Experts believe group exercise classes for these individuals - a population less likely to feel comfortable in a typical ... read more

Your Health: Patients facing serious illnesses, chronic diseases find benefit in working out togetherNew Bern Sun JournalStudies have already shown that exercise benefits people affected by diseases such as cancer and Parkinson's. Experts believe group exercise classes for these individuals - a population less likely to feel comfortable in a ... read more

East Hampton StarFighting Back in Sag HarborEast Hampton Star... explosion of research looking into the impact of exercise when it comes to Parkinson's, and it's been found that exercise can certainly slow the progression of the disability,” the hallmark symptoms of which include tremors, balance impairment, and ... ... read more

"Boxing is such a great exercise for balance, coordination, agility, hand-eye coordination, all these things Parkinson's disease affects,” Coleman said. "The Rock Steady program just started at ... read more

Chico Enterprise-RecordPresentation focuses on ways to combat Parkinson's diseaseChico Enterprise-RecordLearn about ways to optimize brain health, recognize symptoms of Parkinson's disease and how to combat them and why the latest evidence-based research advocates exercise as a first line of defense. Those with Parkinson's disease, their care partners ... ... read more

Parkinson's News TodayFinding Balance with MedicationsParkinson's News TodayI plan to take Parkinson's disease (PD) medications as prescribed to get me to a point where I can function well and really push hard in my exercise. Then, I hope that a combination of exercise, diet, meditation, yoga, and massage will help ... read more

Noosa NewsHans' gift to Parkinson's groupNoosa NewsMany participants also regularly attend a specialised Parkinson's exercise class at Anytime Fitness Noosa Civic. Ms Creber said the need for the work done by the group was increasing. "There are 1728 people on the coast who have Parkinson's but that  ... read more