Ballet dancing could help Parkinson’s, researchers sayNovember 1, 2019 - 16:31 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Researchers believe that ballet dancing could help people with Parkinson’s disease, Classic FM reports. As part of a new study into the impact of the arts on people’s wellbeing, the English National Ballet (ENB) will work alongside King’s College London, giving weekly ballet classes to patients. They hope the regular lessons, which will incorporate live music, dance, rhythm and voice with specialist ENB artists, will improve stability, fluidity of movement and posture. If the study works, GPs could start prescribing ballet on the NHS for people with Parkinson’s. Fleur Derbyshire-Fox, ENB’s Engagement Director, says: “Since creating our Dance for Parkinson’s programme in 2010 we have seen first-hand the incredible effects dance can have on a person living with Parkinson’s. “We’re thrilled to be a part of this study, with the opportunity to embed the programme within secondary care social prescribing, increase reach and diversity, and in turn have a greater impact on the physical and emotional wellbeing of people living with Parkinson’s.” Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel. Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. |