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Parkinson's Disease | Last Active: Jun 8 1:51pm | Replies (41)

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@jrwilli1

We need to get back to those. We had stopped because he was doing so well and PT thought we should save some appointments for probably just these issues. He was walking over a mile everyday and then riding his bike maybe 1/4 mile but it was had for him to get off and on bike but due to his stubbornness he fell while getting on the bike and that is where it all fell apart. Low sodium’s and with all those scans found an old pelvis fracture from those bike handles. So is back to square one on walking again. Very slowly. Not doing anything today but off and on sleeping.

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@jrwilli1

I really understand saving some PT time towards the end of the year for "falling episodes." I've done that as well. PT would probably be helpful right now to regain his confidence, strength and balance.

There are some great YouTube videos for PD patients. You might search YouTube for "chair exercises for PD patients." Tai Chi is especially good for balance. There are also some chair yoga exercises on YouTube that really help with coordination.

Whatever type of exercise he enjoys will be best. I hope you keep in touch and let me know how you are both doing.