I was invited to take part in the Dance training for individuals with Parkinson's Disease as this has a close relationship with Dementia. So i was interested in finding out links and how the overall diagnosis is similiar. This took place at the Mark Morris Dance Centre in Brooklyn - with fantastic studio spaces!!
The training day began with dance warm ups leading to dancing and working with the body to control it, through the feet, hands, shoulders etc. It was really interesting and gave me another flavour of how dance can be influential to individuals with Parkinsons Disease. After the dance part we were able to ask quetions to a specific Parkinsons Disease Neurologist. This was ever so interesting and gave me an entirely different perspective. Saying that the repetitive nature of dance is what helps and enables empowerment for those with Parkinsons....What i learnt within this training will be put forward into my research to gain a better picture of diagnosis on what can help and engage individuals at all stages...
