An Exploration of People Living with Parkinson’s Experience of Cardio-Drumming; Parkinson’s Beats: A Qualitative Phenomenological Study

J. Yoon Irons (), Alison Williams, Jo Holland and Julie Jones
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J. Yoon Irons: School of Psychology, College of Health, Psychology and Social Care, University of Derby, Derby DE22 1GB, UK
Alison Williams: Parkinson’s Scotland Office, 1/14 King James VI Business Centre, Friarton Road, Perth PH2 8DY, UK
Jo Holland: Parkinson’s Scotland Office, 1/14 King James VI Business Centre, Friarton Road, Perth PH2 8DY, UK
Julie Jones: School of Health Sciences, Robert Gordon University, Garthdee Road, Aberdeen AB10 7QG, UK

IJERPH, 2024, vol. 21, issue 4, 1-12

Abstract: Research has shown that physical activity has a range of benefits for people living with Parkinson’s (PLwP), improving muscle strength, balance, flexibility, and walking, as well as non-motor symptoms such as mood. Parkinson’s Beats is a form of cardio-drumming, specifically adapted for PLwP, and requires no previous experience nor skills. Nineteen PLwP (aged between 55 and 80) took part in the regular Parkinson’s Beats sessions in-person or online. Focus group discussions took place after twelve weeks to understand the impacts of Parkinson’s Beats. Through the framework analysis, six themes and fifteen subthemes were generated. Participants reported a range of benefits of cardio-drumming, including improved fitness and movement, positive mood, the flow experience, and enhanced social wellbeing. A few barriers to participation were also reported. Future research is justified, and best practice guidelines are needed to inform healthcare professionals, PLwP and their care givers.

Keywords: Parkinson’s disease; drumming exercises; flow experience; empowerment; physical activity; mental health; eye-hand coordination; multi-disciplinary; music; healthy ageing (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I I1 I3 Q Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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