Newly Diagnosed Resources Join our CommunityResources & SupportWays To GiveEventsAbout APDA Missouri Exercise Classes Support Groups Wellness Education APDA Missouri Chapter provides several resources for people who have recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. PD Essentials Upcoming PD Essentials Date/TimeLocationRegisterMonday, August 11, 20251:00 PMBJC St. Peters10 Hospital Dr. MOB 1Register HereWednesday, October 8, 2025 1:00 PMAPDA Missouri Chapter OfficeRegister HereFriday, December 12, 20251:30 PMAPDA Missouri Chapter OfficeRegister HereWednesday, February 11, 20254:30 PMVirtual- ZOOMRegister Here Newly Diagnosed Download Packet APDA Missouri Chapter has put together a packet of information to help people who have recently received a Parkinson’s diagnosis to help answer questions and gain a better understanding of PD. Click here to download the packet of information. Important Research Study for People with Parkinson’s who are not yet Taking Medication for PD Symptoms Study in Parkinson Disease of Exercise Phase 3 Clinical Trial: SPARX3 Washington University is seeking volunteers to participate in a clinical research trial to learn more about the effects of aerobic exercise on people with Parkinson’s disease. Criteria: People who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease within the last 3 years and are not yet taking medication for your PD symptomsPeople who do not plan to start medication for PD within the next 6 monthsPeople who are willing to take part in a regular treadmill exercise program 4x/week for 18 months and participate in study visits periodically for 24 monthsParticipants who are 40-80 years oldParticipants who are not already participating in a structured exercise program Principal Investigator: Gammon Earhart Department: Program in Physical Therapy, Washington University School of Medicine Contact Martha Hessler at 314-286-1478 or mjhessler@wustl.edu.
