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The program will be led by a neurologic music therapist, who will provide individualized therapy sessions to patients three days per week.

"We are excited to bring this innovative therapy to our patients," said Sara Cuccurullo, MD, chair, vice president and medical director at JFK Johnson Rehabilit

One of the most frustrating symptoms of Parkinson's disease is known as freezing, a condition in which people literally can't take their next step forward. Imagine walking to the corner store when your feet, without warning, feel like they have become rooted in the ground. Getting out of freezing can require considerable effort, but one thing that often helps is rhythmic, auditory cues, provided by a companion.