For people with Parkinson’s Disease, regular dance classes help control their balance and movement.
Heather MacTavish, left, with Parkinson's patient Margaret Moylan, 61, right, and volunteers Jocelyn Thomas, second right, and Charlie Kisch, leads a dance exercise at the World Parkinson's Conference, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2006, in Washington. Thomas' mother had Parkinson's disease. people worldwide. In this condition, a gradual breakdown of certain cells in the brain causes a lowering of the normal levels of dopamine.
Similar principles are at work in dancing, so it’s no surprise that dance classes for people with Parkinson’s Disease are offered around the world. Many follow themodel, which was started in 2001 in Brooklyn. They work with different dance organisations to provide classes. For example, since February, people in England can take monthly classesBut what is it about rhythm and dance that makes people with Parkinson’s Disease regain their balance and control their movements? It’s all in the music.
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