Rock Steady Boxing vs. Sensory Attention Focused Exercise

A Randomized Crossover Trial: The Effects of Rock Steady Boxing vs. Sensory Attention Focused Exercise on Disease Progression for Those With Parkinson's Disease.

This study evaluates the effect on Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) and PD SAFEx on Parkinson's disease.

Both interventions produce benefits to the PD population. PD SAFEx has been proven to improve the motor symptoms of PD. However, research still needs to be conducted on the PD specific benefits associated with RSB. As such it an RCT is necessary to compare the effects of both interventions.

Inclusion Criteria:

• must be able to understand verbal instructions in English
• diagnosed with idiopathic PD by a neurologist

Exclusion Criteria:

• if diagnosed with a neurological condition other than PD
• if participated in an exercise program at least 2-weeks prior to the start of the study