Pedaling for Parkinsons

REDUCE YOUR SYMPTOMS BE IN COMMUNITY

Pedaling a bicycle may change the life of someone with Parkinson’s disease. Research conducted at the Cleveland Clinic showed a 35% reduction in symptoms by the simple act of pedaling a bicycle at a rapid pace— optimally, 80-90 revolutions per minute.  Fast pedaling is not a cure for Parkinson’s disease, but there is compelling evidence to show that it does make a real difference in many who try it.

Pedaling for Parkinson's Mission

The mission of Pedaling for Parkinson's is:

• To improve the quality of life of Parkinson's disease patients and their caregivers
• To educate patients, caregivers, and the general public about the benefits of maintaining an active lifestyle after a Parkinson's diagnosis.
• To support research dedicated to the prevention and treatment of Parkinson's disease.

Program Requirements:

• Be over the age of 30
• Be diagnosed with Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease
• Complete and submit consent and medical clearance form
• NOT have cardiac or pulmonary disease, uncontrolled mellitus, uncontrolled hypertension or stroke, dementia, other medical conditions for which exercise poses a risk.

Program Cost:

Pedaling for Parkinson's is FREE for SRYMCA members who meet the requirements.

For more information:

Lisa Camp
Director of Community Health Integration Strategies 
518-583-9622 ext. 166
lisa.camp@srymca.org