Bringing Research to Life: Yoga and Parkinsons

In this episode of Avenues to Wellness, Tamara Fidler discusses the intersection of Parkinson's disease and yoga, highlighting research demonstrating how yoga can effectively manage the condition's physical and emotional symptoms. The conversation covers two key studies that reveal the benefits of yoga in improving mobility, reducing anxiety and depression, and enhancing the overall quality of life for individuals with Parkinson's. Tamara emphasizes the importance of practical applications of this research, offering insights on incorporating yoga into daily routines for better health outcomes.

 

takeaways

• Good science should have practical applications.
• Yoga can help people with Parkinson's feel better.
• Yoga offers additional benefits beyond mobility improvements.
• Mindfulness-based yoga reduces anxiety and depression.
• Yoga boosts spiritual well-being for those with Parkinson's.
• Non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's deserve attention.
• Yoga improves balance confidence and reduces fall risk.
• Consistency in practice is crucial for benefits.
• Specialized yoga classes can cater to individual needs.
• Yoga is a holistic practice for physical and mental health.

Note: The study from JAMA Neurology was incorrectly stated as a 2023 study. This study was published in 2019.