Combating Parkinson's with rock climbing
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
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There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten continues to bring awareness to the condition by telling a story on how he shot his live hit while having tremors after forgetting his medicine.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten tells a story about how a viewer immediately took action and took her father to see a neurologist after she noticed he shared some symptoms with Scouten.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten shares an exciting update about how he's been seeing a notable improvement on his symptoms thanks to his medication.
After the airing of his special report on Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten discusses the "Parkinson's scale," which breaks down the severity of symptoms into various levels and where he stands.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten catches up with viewers after a run to talk about what he does to keep himself healthy.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten continues sharing his daily life and talks about how his doctor recommends getting 150 minutes of cardio a week to help with his condition.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten talks about how important it is in finding the best doctor for his condition.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten shares a story about how he met with three different neurologists in order to find the right doctor for him.
After the airing of his special report on living with Parkinson's disease, CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten shares a story about how South Florida voters from both sides of the aisle came up to him on Election Day to share messages of love and support.
Nearly a million Americans are living with Parkinson's disease.
CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten is sharing his journey battling Parkinson's disease, and speaks to members of the community who are surviving and thriving while living with the disease. And, Ted speaks with a doctor on the symptoms and treatments of Parkinson's-- with a strong reminder of any dealing with it that they are not alone.
CBS News Miami' Ted Scouten, who is describing his personal journey with Parkinson's disease, participated in Moving Day, a walk to support people with Parkinson's at Tropical Park Stadium in Southwest Miami-Dade County on Saturday.
"Life is not promised, you never know what's coming up and in my case, I found out Parkinson's is going to be part of my life going forward," said CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten, who is sharing his personal journey with Parkinson's disease.
"Life is not promised, you never know what's coming up and in my case, I found out Parkinson's is going to be part of my life going forward," said CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten, who is sharing his personal journey with Parkinson's disease.
Ted Scouten says stress appears to bring on his Parkinson's disease tremors.
Ted Scouten says he gets a little anxious when thinking about what his future will look like with Parkinson's disease.
Ted Scouten says a year into his journey he still has some disbelief that he has Parkinson's disease.
Ted Scouten says his doctor told him to work out and sweat to help keep up with his mobility.
Ted Scouten says new tremors in his right leg may be related to his Parkinson's disease.
Ted Scouten says it took a while for him to accept that he has Parkinson's disease.
Ted Scouten says the concern and support from friends and co-workers has been overwhelming and he's very appreciative.
Ted Scouten said he has tried different methods to deal with his insomnia.
Ted Scouten said it's necessary because of the uncertainty that comes with Parkinson's.
Ted Scouten said there said it happens now and again but he is able to go back to sleep.
No word if any suspect is in custody as detectives with BSO's Homicide and Crime Scene Units are actively investigating the circumstances of this fatal shooting.
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The suspect is said to have fled in a dark colored vehicle, according to police.
Twenty-four competitors had to eat 9-inch Key lime pies as fast as they can while a crowd of more than a hundred cheering spectators watched.
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No word if any suspect is in custody as detectives with BSO's Homicide and Crime Scene Units are actively investigating the circumstances of this fatal shooting.
Families across South Florida gathered on Independence Day to mark a historic milestone, celebrating the nation's 250th birthday with parades, concerts, and community events.
The suspect is said to have fled in a dark colored vehicle, according to police.
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Twenty-four competitors had to eat 9-inch Key lime pies as fast as they can while a crowd of more than a hundred cheering spectators watched.
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