Living with Parkinson’s

Living with Parkinson’s brings with it a number of challenges for everyday life. Even if it is not always easy, fortunately there are many ways to actively improve life with Parkinson’s. These are precisely the topics we deal with in this section.

Qigong bei Parkinson: Sanfte Übungen für mehr Lebensqualität

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Qigong for Parkinson's: Gentle exercises for a better quality of life

Breathing, body, movement and concentration exercises – qigong combines all of these elements in its practices.

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Parkinson: Musiktherapie für mehr Beweglichkeit und Freude

Living with Parkinson’s

Parkinson's: Music therapy for greater mobility and joy

Many people know the feeling: your favourite song comes on and your foot starts tapping, or you feel like singing along. So it is hardly surprising that music therapy in its various forms is used for Parkinson's.

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Parkinson’s: Aids for Sleep Disorders

Aids for sleep disturbances caused by Parkinson's disease can improve sleep quality and make it easier to get into bed and out of bed. Read here to find out what can help at night.

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Living with Parkinson’s

Boxing for Parkinson’s: Benefits, Safety, and How to Find a Class

Boxing for Parkinson’s? At first, that may sound surprising. Parkinson’s disease affects nerve cells in the brain, so blows to the head would clearly not be appropriate. But Parkinson’s boxing is not competitive boxing, and it does not involve hitting another person. It is a non-contact, boxing-inspired exercise program built around movements such as punching into the air, working with a punching bag, practicing footwork, and training coordination, balance, endurance, and strength.

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Living with Parkinson’s

Aids for cooking, eating and drinking with Parkinson’s disease

Cooking, eating and drinking independently is not always easy with Parkinson’s. Discover the many useful kitchen aids that make everyday life easier despite tremor and swallowing difficulties.

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Parkinson’s: Singing as an accompanying therapy

Singing together as a therapy for Parkinson’s is an increasingly popular approach. Discover how regular singing can ease speech symptoms, encourage a more upright posture and improve emotional well-being.

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Living safely and independently with Parkinson’s

Living safely and independently at home with Parkinson’s is usually possible for a long time. Read how to redesign your living space, prevent falls and adapt kitchen, bathroom and bedroom.

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Table tennis for Parkinson’s

When playing table tennis, many people with Parkinson’s flourish again and can forget their illness for a while. This is because the fast-paced game with the small white ball miraculously suppresses tremors, suddenly allows fast movements and dispels the grief that is often associated with this disease – at least for the moment of playing. Playing table tennis regularly is simply good for you, both physically and mentally. And: the game is a miracle weapon against social isolation and loneliness.

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Basics

Living with Parkinson’s — explained simply.

Living actively with Parkinson’s

A well-structured daily routine is part of the therapy. Regular exercise, a balanced diet and exchange with others have been shown to contribute to greater mobility and quality of life.

Exercise as the key

Sports such as boxing, dancing or table tennis challenge coordination, pace and balance — exactly the abilities that Parkinson’s puts to the test. Starting early pays off in the long run.

Frequently asked questions

Which sport is suitable for Parkinson’s?

Anything that is fun and challenges coordination, pace and balance is suitable — for example boxing, dancing, table tennis, Nordic walking or Tai Chi.

Is there a special Parkinson’s diet?

A balanced, fibre-rich diet is recommended. With L-Dopa, the timing of protein-rich meals can affect how the medication works — discuss this with your doctor.