Exercise is a proven therapy for Parkinson's disease. In fact, exercise has been know to increase levels of the brain chemical, Dopamine.
A novel approach is to incorporate use of the Nintendo Wii video game system. This interactive game system can help improve fitness while it also helps with balance and can ease depression.
Preview the CNN story for more information or read the summaries of the studies by downloading a Wii story from the Mike's Walk Document page.
Mike's Walk is proud to be a supporter of this therapy and is currently working along with the Struther's Parkinson's Center of Golden Valley Minnesota to outfit deserving patients with this system.