Portland Chiropractic Neurology has recently begun offering some much needed pain and abnormal movement relief to patients with Parkinson’s disease.  Parkinson’s is a degenerative disorder of the brain that results from the destruction of cells that produce dopamine. Symptoms include rigid muscles, abnormal movement in the upper extremity and postural instability.  While the exact cause of Parkinson’s disease continues to be investigated, some of the latest research shows that accidents involving head trauma have been linked to the disease, which affects the Substantia Nigra at the level of the Mesencephalon in the brain stem.

Dr. Aaron MacArthur and his team at Portland Chiropractic Neurology offer chiropractic and neurological treatments that can help patients with Parkinson’s disease by correcting the spinal misalignments and activating the parts of the brain that are affected with Parkinson’s disease. After nerve irritation has been removed, proper communication between the brain and spinal cord is restored.   This activates the Mesencephalon and fuels the proper function of the Basal Ganglia, reducing tremors and increasing Cortical stimulation.  “While there is still a lot to be learned about Parkinson’s disease,” adds Dr. MacArthur, “many patients have reported better neck movement, fewer tremors, and the ability to stand and walk for longer periods of time.”

Learn More:
If you would like more information about Parkinson’s disease relief through chiropractic care, or the other services provided by Portland Chiropractic Neurology, please visit their Web site: http://www.portchiro.com/or call (207) 699-5600 for a consultation.

About Portland Chiropractic Neurology:

Portland Chiropractic Neurology is located at 19 Commercial Street Suite 2A in Portland, Maine. Dr. MacArthur is the only Chiropractor in Maine with a specialty in Neurology.

The 14 hour STRIVE Rocks Dance Marathon starts this Saturday with Hip Hop Classes from Trish Moulton!

The Dance Studio of Maine today announced that Trish Moulton has signed up with STRIVE to offer hip hop classes at their 6^th annual Dance Marathon on Saturday, March 6^th. STRIVE offers social, recreational, and educational programs for over 600 teens and young adults with developmental disabilities in Maine. Last year, the Dance Marathon raised $30,000.

Trish Moulton will serve as a volunteer and will be bringing many of her students from the Dance Studio of Maine to take part in the event. “I am proud to work on this wonderful event with the best volunteers and most creative dancers” said Moulton.

If you would like to take part in the event, you can get a registration form online at www.firstgiving.com/strive.

About Trish Moulton

Trish Moulton is a dance instructor and the owner of the Dance Studio of Maine and Music School of Maine. She and her dances have won many awards and participated in dance competitions all over New England. She can be reached at 839-6161 or at http://www.dancestudioofmaine.com