About the Foundation
While many resources are directed towards finding a cure, a major gap remains in providing the information, motivation and programs required for people with Parkinson’s to maintain their quality of life. Kirk’s Foundation fills this gap – by building greater awareness of the benefits of exercise and movement as part of an overall treatment plan.
Healthy Habits
Kirk Gibson Center
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What is Parkinson’s?
Parkinson’s is a degenerative neurological disorder caused by damaged nerve cells in parts of the brain that manage movement in the body. People may begin experiencing problems with movement, tremors, stiffness in the limbs or trunk, or impaired balance. As symptoms progress, people may eventually have difficulty walking, talking, or completing simple tasks. Medications and treatments exist that can reduce the severity of the symptoms and possibly slow the progression of the disease.
