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Make Your Move
Businessman and PD advocate Gary Rafaloff enjoys pickleball as exercise to help with life with
Parkinson ’ s .
Exercise Can Ease Non-Motor Symptoms
Amara & Memon , Clinical Therapeutics , 2018
A 2018 review paper outlined the potential for exercise to impact a range of non-motor symptoms in PD , including changes in the nervous system leading to blood pressure , urine and gut symptoms ( autonomic dysfunction ), memory and thinking ( cognitive ) impairment and sleep disorders . The authors note that these symptoms have not been studied as well as motor symptoms and more research is needed to understand the mechanisms underlying exerciseinduced changes and the best exercise interventions for certain symptoms . emotionally might mean we choose a walk in the park with a friend over snacking solo in front of the TV . And starting the morning with movement might lead to a healthier breakfast and positive outlook on the day .
Exercise is one of the best things you can do for yourself , whether you live with Parkinson ’ s or love someone who does . The earlier you start , the better . But it ’ s never too late or too little — any effort makes a difference .