Exercise in general can help patients manage symptoms, but without head-to-head trials, the ‘best’ exercise is the one the patient can do well and will stick with, experts say.

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. ...

According to a recent study called the Parkinson's Outcomes Project, individuals with Parkinson's who begin exercising for at least 2.5 hours a week earlier in the disease cycle see a slower decline ...

Dear Doctors: A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. She has been told that exercise – especially swimming – can be helpful. She isn’t a strong swimmer and is afraid to try ...

Kris Cameron has a personal reason for offering "Delay the Disease," an exercise class for people with Parkinson's disease: Her father, who died of the disease in 2003. A certified personal trainer ...

Parkinson’s disease is a condition where a certain part of your brain deteriorates. This causes more severe symptoms with time. It affects muscle control, balance and movement, and can also cause a ...

Q: A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. She has been told that exercise - especially swimming - can be helpful. She isn't a strong swimmer and is afraid to try now. Why ...