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A research study at Hollywood Private Hospital will investigate the impact of an exercise regime, called the “PD Warrior program”, on patients with Parkinson’s Disease.
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A research study at Hollywood Private Hospital will investigate the impact of exercise program PD Warrior on patients with Parkinson’s Disease.
The PD Warrior program involves intensive exercises designed to re-train the brains of people with the nervous system disorder. The specific exercises aim to improve mobility and function in order to help participants gain better control over their movements.
The research project will look at the quality of life of participants and objective measures, such as mobility and balance, before and after they take part in the PD Warrior program.
The study is being conducted by Hollywood neurologist Dr Julian Rodrigues and neurological physiotherapist Claire Tucak.
Hollywood Private Hospital in Perth has opened a new comprehensive cancer centre, equipped with the latest technology to give patients greater treatment.
Hollywood Private Hospital’s newly-completed specialised cardiac operating theatre.
Hollywood Private Hospital has launched a new cardiothoracic service that gives patients in Western Australia greater access to life-saving bypass and valve replacement surgery.
The Perth hospital, backed by owner Ramsay Health Care Australia’s 25 years of experience in cardiothoracic surgery, has begun offering procedures at its new multi-million-dollar, purpose-built theatre.
The facility boasts state-of-the-art technology, including an advanced cardiac monitoring system and a device that rapidly analyses patients’ blood to ensure they receive the best treatment in the timeliest fashion.
Hollywood Private CEO Peter Mott said the upgraded service moves the hospital towards delivering a comprehensive facility for heart health, which will be completed when its new emergency department opens in 2021.