Parkinson's Disease Support Group

Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder often characterized by muscle rigidity, tremor, a slowing of physical movement, and in extreme cases, a loss of physical movement. The primary symptoms of Parkinsons are due to excessive muscle contraction, normally caused by the insufficient formation and action of dopamine, which is produced in the dopaminergic neurons of the...

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aliveo 04/25/2013

I AM CONSIDERING TAKING UP SWIMING AGAIN.
SWIMING WITH PARKINSON'S -
CAN ANYONE OFFER ANY FEEDBACK.

THE NURSES IN MY SUPPORT GROUP ARE LESS THAN POSITIVE ABOUT THIS, POINTING OUT THAT AS WITH WALKING, FREEZING CAN OCCUR IN SWIMING. BUT WHAT DO THEY KNOW (LOL).
I WOULD BE GREATFULL FOR ANY FEEDBACK ON YOUR EXPERIENCES WITH THIS ISSUE.

deleted_user 04/25/2013

My Phsyio has recently taken my exercises into the hydrotherapy pool, and has told me to practise in our local pool. She told me to be careful as the water in the public pool would not be as hot so stiffness could be a problem if you get cold. I have found it to be really good, balance is much easier as the water obviously supports you and movement is easier too. I mentioned to the life guard that although I am a strong swimmer I do have PD, I swim in a lane staying close to the rope incase I tire but have never used it. There are groups you can join, ultra light jackets to wear and plenty of options to make it safer.

Best.of luck

Julie

CMstanding 04/25/2013

What does it hurt to try it, Aliveo. If it does not work out quit doing it! My philosophy is we don't know what works for us untill try it. If we limit ourselves because of what others say, we will never know what our true limitations are. So, I say try it - you might like it!!!

hisknobs 04/25/2013

Alevio, I am not sure this is the same Alevio who in the past sounded like the bandleader for not letting the pd imposter dictate how to live your life. I say go swimming and then tell us here at ds how great it is. I am confident that it will be good for you. Just keep away from your aussie fish like the great whites. Do what you want to do. Your friend and supporter Alex.

aliveo 04/26/2013

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ALEX AND OTHERS,

I FULLY INTEND GETTING BACK IN THE SWIM,
EXCUSE THE PUN.

I JUST THOUGHT THIS WOULD BE A DIFFERENT WAY TO SAY
I AM BACK ON LINE AFTER HAVING PC ISSUES.

ALEX MY FRIEND, LET ME ASSURE YOUR GOOD SELF,
THAT MY SPIRIT STILL SINGS, AND THAT I HAVE,
NO INTENTION OF GROWING OLD GRACEFLLY.

MOST DEFINATELY, YES OF COURSE I WILL BE GIVING
IT A GO, REGARDLESS OF WHAT ANYONE MAY ADVISE.
I ENJOYED THE RESPONSES.

FIRE UP AND MAINTAIN A WINNING POSITON.
I FULLY INTEND TO DO THIS.

HAPPPY DAYS.

GO WELL WITH THE UNITY WALK ALEX, AND GIVE MY VERY BEST REGARDS TO PAULA, SHOULD YOU SEE HER AT THE WALK.

STEWART/ALIVEO

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PSullivan 04/29/2013

Stewart, Swimming is wonderful for PD. I take the water aerobic classes then swim laps after them. The arobics are great because they help with balance. and the laps are good working the muscles. So go for it my friend!!!!! hugs paula

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