Learn About Parkinson’s Disease
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain and causes a progression of symptoms including tremors, slowness of movement, limb rigidity, as well as gait and balance problems. The cause remains largely unknown. Although there is no cure, treatment options vary and include medications and surgery. While Parkinson’s itself is not fatal, disease complications can be very serious. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rated complications from PD as the 14th cause of death in the United States.
How boxing can help people with Parkinson’s?
Vigorous forms of exercise are proven to help people living with Parkinson’s manage various symptoms of the disease and regain control of their life. Sufferers of PD have found great relief with boxing exercise regimens as it incorporates stretching, punching, core and footwork, vocal exercises, and mental sequencing. Healthcare providers have seen a decrease in their clients’ Parkinson’s symptoms, including an improvement in the Parkinson’s “Movement Disorder Ratings scale”.
Improves gait, balance, and flexibility
Combats loss of voice
Stimulates neurological activity in the brain
Improves agility and hand-eye coordination
Warrior Success Stories
Meet P4P Warrior Noelle Connolly
Warrior Success StoriesHometown: West Roxbury, MA Home Gym: DTS"After 5 months of participating in P4P my neurologist and physical therapist have seen major improvement neurologically and physically."P4P Warrior Noelle Connolly What are your symptoms? I experience a...
Meet P4P Warrior Julie Burke
Warrior Success StoriesHometown: West Roxbury, MA Age Diagnosed with Parkinson's: 45 Home Gym: 110 Fitness"I teach fifth grade and I notice a difference in my handwriting the next day after intense exercise. My brain is more clear and I’m just generally happier."P4P...
Meet P4P Warrior Michelle Labadie
Warrior Success StoriesHometown: Norwell, MA Age Diagnosed with Parkinson's: 49 Home Gym: 110 Fitness"Boxing has decreased my symptoms and improved my overall health"P4P Warrior Michelle Labadie What are your symptoms? Rigidity /stiffness Tremors Dyskinesia How did...