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Living with Parkinson's Disease - Meet others & come say hi
Parkinson's Disease | Last Active: Dec 7 2:32pm | Replies (532)Comment receiving replies
Hi,
I too am new here. I was diagnosed 4 years ago, have ADHD,Tourettes, restless leg, and Parkinson's, as well as terrible stenosis with pain in legs and arms.
THE ONLY THING THAT HELPS PARKINSON'S IS EXERCISE. And Cannabis, which helps, pain, mood and focus.
I've tried cycling for Parkinson's, boxing, and aquatic cardio program which for me is best. Massages regularly are a great help as well. but get yourself out and exercise!!!!
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Hello @nyparkie and welcome to Mayo Connect! I am so pleased to hear that you are endorsing exercise as the way to help you with the effects of Parkinson's. So many of us have found the same results. Without exercise people become very disabled. Exercise helps with range of motion (which counteracts the stiffness) and also balance.
I attend a PD dance class (done seated) because of the music which is energizing. I also find Tai Chi to be very helpful for range of motion and balance. I also use a recumbent exercise bike. I don't walk very much because of spinal problems that act-up when I walk very far.
Can you share with us what exercises work for you? Also, do you use any prescription meds like Sinemet? Please share with us only as you feel comfortable.
I look forward to hearing from you again.
Teresa