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Originally Posted by EnglishCountryDancer Although my husband was diagnosed in his early 60s, so is not Young Onset, I am writing to reinforce the view that in some people although Parkinson's is present, it does not show all of itself, for decades before diagnosis. Secondly,to mention exercise. Now,my theory is that my husband would have shown the full symptoms of Parkinson's much,much earlier if he had not been a serious runner.

I also believe that is true. I have a sister-in-law who, like your husband exercises a lot. She is dx'd with focal dystonia, but I see early PD symptoms. I believe that vigorous exercise is keeping full symptoms of PD at bay.

Krugen68, Good for you!! I hope you will share your experiences in the Cogane clinical trial. (Please PM me if you like) And I hope with all my heart that Cogane IS "good for you" and will eventually be available to help all pwp.

Jean
http://www.pdplan4life.com