The muscles of the upper back, along with the action of the shoulder blades, are very important to posture and the stabilization of the shoulders. Poor posture associated with Parkinson’s disease often creates tight chest muscles and weak back muscles, which can lead to pain in your shoulders.

Do you have a fear of falling and find yourself hanging on to things as you walk around? Are you freezing and trying to break through a freeze only to reach for something to stop you from falling?  Do you feel unsteady on uneven ground? If you answered YES to any of these questions, it’s important that you start working on your balance NOW!!!

Family members who call me asking about our programs often say their loved one “sits all day.” With PD, you cannot do this. Your health will decline rapidly, and your symptoms will progress faster if you sit for long periods watching TV, using the computer, or reading.

One of my video viewers wrote to me, asking “What can I do about painful tight calves that tend to cramp during my workouts?”

Parkinson’s disease can greatly affect your proprioception, which is your body’s ability to sense its position and movement in space without relying on sight. This awareness of your body in space is crucial for balance, coordination, and performing everyday tasks. The sensory receptors in your muscles, tendons, and joints send information to your brain. Your brain also relies on your eyes and ears to help orient your position.