Ask a Doctor: “What Habits Might Slow Down My Parkinson’s Progression?”

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive condition. At this time, there’s not a medication that helps slow the worsening of symptoms. 

However, there are some lifestyle changes that may help improve strength, energy, range of motion, coordination, and heart health. This may in turn help slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease, according to Jason Krellman, PhD, Neuropsychologist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

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Sophia Keller

Sophia Keller was an editorial intern on the GoodRx Health team. She has a bachelor’s degree in justice studies from Arizona State University.

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Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP

Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP, has more than 15 years of experience as an attending pediatrician. She has worked in a large academic center in an urban city, a small community hospital, a private practice, and an urgent care clinic.

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