A randomised controlled trial of an enhanced interdisciplinary community based group program for people with Parkinson's disease: study rationale and protocol

• Main Authors: Catherine Peters (Author), Michelle Currin (Author), Sara Tyson (Author), Anthea Rogers (Author), Susan Healy (Author), Steven McPhail (Author), Sandra G. Brauer (Author), Kathy Heathcote (Author), Tracy Comans (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2012-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive, chronic neurodegenerative disorder for which there is no known cure. Physical exercise programs may be used to assist with the physical management of PD. Several studies have demonstrated that community based physical therapy programs are effective in...