Dr. Susha Thomas, PT, DPT, C/NDT, a physical therapist specializing in Parkinson’s and stroke rehabilitation, is drawing continued attention to her two published books, Parkinson’s Disease: Reclaim ...

Parkinson’s disease is a long-term condition that affects how people move and think. It happens when certain brain cells ...

While medications can help manage the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, there’s a natural remedy that can play a big role, too: movement. “Exercise should always be part of the prescription for ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition characterized by tremors and involuntary movements with no known cure. Parkinson’s diagnoses are going up in Kansas and Missouri.

“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 ...

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 ...

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, ...