Dance Exercise as Novel Complementary Therapy for Parkinson's Disease

Dance Exercise as Novel Complementary Therapy for Parkinson's Disease

The purpose of this study is to gather data to see if so-called enriched forms of exercise programs such as dance is more effective in improving balance and quality of life in patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease than regular exercise programs that are currently provided by physical therapists.

Comparison of traditional PT to dance in people who have parkinsons disease to measure which is better for gait, balance and QOL.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of PD at least 3 years ago
• Less than 80 years of age
• Have gait and balance issues

Exclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of PD for less than 3 years
• 80 years of age or older
• Not have gait and balance issues