There is growing evidence that physical activity is neuroprotective and may have the capacity to slow the symptoms of Parkinson’s.

ParkinDance is a two-year, randomised control trial looking at the specific dose of physical activity, in the form of dance, needed to have a positive benefit on the symptoms of Parkinson’s.

This collaborative research project with La Trobe University is being led by internationally-recognised physiotherapist and researcher, Professor Meg Morris and commenced in February 2019 with the first group of participants.

An additional benefit of this trial will be guidelines to develop ongoing safe and accessible dance-based exercise programs for Victorians living with Parkinson’s.

ParkinDance has been generously supported by the Pratt Foundation and community fundraising led by Isa Adams.

An additional benefit of this trial will be the establishment of guidelines to develop ongoing safe and accessible dance-based exercise programs for Victorians living with Parkinson’s.