Phil, Your method of determining how to tell if a problem is PD related makes sense. I agree that exercise should be part of the overall treament for PD (as well for anything, including just being alive). My mother just started a program of exercise that is designed for her specific symptoms. She was hooked up to a computer to determine her specific symptoms and their level of severity. After undergoing a customized program of exercise, she will be hooked up again to see whether and to what extent the program worked. I will keep the list posted. This is taking place on LI, NY (SUNY at Stonybrook, I think). If anyone is interested, please get in touch with me and I'll get more information. Debbie White [log in to unmask]