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At 01:15 PM 9/3/96 -0400, V. R. Peyton wrote: > I understand Trager massage is also recommended as beneficial for PD >patients. With all that tightness and stiffness, it seems (gentle) massage >should be at least helpful in reducing muscle tension. I'm looking for a >masseuse now for my dad. > Has anyone had any experience with massage therapy effects on PD >patients? Thanks for your helpful information. > > >Vicki Peyton >[log in to unmask] > > I have been taking massage therapy for about 8 years and have been very pleased with the results. My therapist and I developed an excersize program for PD. The results were very encouraging. In addition water therapy is very helpful. I no longer need pain medication or pressure point therapy. If you would like more information I will provide it. Phyllis Riely [log in to unmask]