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I am 58 years old and was diagnosed with early Parkinsons in December 95. I turned down an offer to try drugs [probably sinamet] as a diagnostic/treatment measure. My neurologist has not been uncomfortable with my continued reluctance to try drugs. He even implied that since the drugs would only work for so many years that perhaps I would have a longer lifespan if I waited. It is, however my decision since a "medical" doctor is predisposed to prescribe "medicine"; that's his job. My symptoms include: Shaky right hand with some loss of motor control Arm and Leg shakieness when having sex Small, illegible handwriting Slowness on my feet, getting of car etc. Some difficulty with slurred speech Stiff gait and lack of natural arm swing when walking Treatments that I have tried or am trying are: I was able to retire and thus reduce stress and get more sleep A type of accupuncture which deals with teaching my body to more productively respond to allergins and toxins. A herb or vitamin called NADH [trade name ENADA] [Seemed to help but am presently not taking to see if it was upsetting my stomach] Nutrients prescribed by my accupuncturist. Chiropractic Treatments; specifically Towers and Atlas Wedge adjustments by a chiropractor trained by Dr,Versandalls [retired] Exercise regimin from Parkinsons Internet forum Saunas with Niacin for detoxification Vitamin E - 800 to 1600 I. U. /day It is hard to measure but I believe that I am slowly getting worse. Are any of the above treatments helping slow the rate of degeneraton, how can I tell? It is my feeling that I will someday have to have the drugs to make life bearable. Until this time comes, I would prefer to avoid the hassle and side affects. Your experiences and comments invited.