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Dance studios in Canada offer sessions to people with Parkinson’s disease.PHOTO: iStock
Published on April 29, 2024
Many patients living with Parkinson’s disease turn to physical activity, including dancing, to slow the progression of the disease. In Canada, there are dance studios that offer tailor-made sessions for affected people.
“ The music-movement connection really creates a beneficial effect on the body because very often the shaking stops while the music is playing and the exercise is done, and it starts again afterwards. »
Journalist Noémie Avidar spoke with Sarah Robichaud, professional dancer and general director of Dance With Parkinsonsand Laetitia Clément, dance teacher who offers dance classes for individuals suffering from the disease.
Duration of 16 minutes16 mins
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