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Parkinson’s

A man listens to music to get a good tune in his head for his Parkinson’s walking therapy.

How Mental Singing Can Become an Effective Parkinson’s Walking Therapy

Dad’s steps aren’t quite what they used to be. They’re shorter, slower, sometimes uneven. Parkinson’s disease can make every movement a little less certain. But researchers have discovered a surprisingly simple Parkinson’s walking therapy that may help people regain steadier footing—one that doesn’t require any equipment, appointments, or expense.

A woman sits with her elderly father as she helps him manage non-motor Parkinson’s symptoms.

How to Help With Non-Motor Parkinson’s Symptoms

When most people think about Parkinson’s disease, tremors or difficulty moving likely come to mind first. However, if you are looking after a senior loved one with Parkinson’s, you may have noticed they are dealing with much more than just movement issues. Non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s, like depression, sleep problems,