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Anish Mehta1, Pooja Dugani2, Rohan Mahale3
1Department of Neurology, Ramaiah Medical College and Hospitals, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, India.
Parkinson'S Disease
|September 12, 2024
Summary
Garba dance shows promise as an adjuvant therapy for Parkinson's disease (PD), significantly improving motor and non-motor symptoms. This culturally relevant intervention is safe and well-tolerated in Indian patients with mild-to-moderate PD.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Background:
- Dance therapy is emerging as a complementary treatment for Parkinson's disease (PD).
- Evaluating culturally relevant dance forms like Garba is essential for patient acceptance and adherence in diverse populations.
- This study investigates Garba dance as an adjuvant therapy for Parkinson's disease in an Indian context.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the efficacy of Garba dance in alleviating motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
- To evaluate the impact of Garba dance on cognitive functions and mood in PD patients.
- To determine the tolerability and safety of Garba dance intervention, including fall incidence and fatigue levels.
Main Methods:
- A pilot study involving participants with mild-to-moderate Parkinson's disease (Hoe and Yahr stage 1 to 2.5).
- Participants were randomized into three groups: Garba dance therapy, standard physical therapy, or a control group.
- Standardized scales assessed motor symptoms, non-motor symptoms, cognition, and mood at baseline, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks. Tolerability and safety were monitored.
Main Results:
- The Garba dance group showed significant improvements in Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) scores at 6 and 12 weeks compared to baseline and other groups.
- Significant improvements were observed in freezing of gait, mood, and sleep quality in the Garba dance group.
- Garba dance was well-tolerated, with better fatigue severity scores and a low incidence of near falls compared to control and physical therapy groups.
Conclusions:
- Garba dance demonstrates potential as an effective and safe adjuvant therapy for individuals with mild-to-moderate Parkinson's disease.
- The culturally sensitive approach of Garba dance may enhance patient engagement and therapeutic outcomes.
- Further research is warranted to confirm these findings in larger, diverse populations.
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