Personal experiences, talks and practical advice to discover virtual reality and better understand Parkinson’s.
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Personal experiences
Our Pâquis activities and personal experiences, showing what playing looks like.
A session with us at Pâquis
ParkinsonVRMove · About 3 minutes
Watch scenes from our weekly activity at Espace de Quartier Pâquis. A glimpse of playing together and the atmosphere at our gatherings.
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Living with Parkinson’s and playing in virtual reality
Shaking Life · Titles and descriptions in English
A player shares his virtual reality sessions and personal experience of Parkinson’s, including Beat Saber and other games. A personal account of everyday play.
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Different perspectives on Parkinson’s and virtual reality. For the studies and their limitations, see our scientific references.
Understanding Parkinson’s disease
HUG · Blausen Medical animation · French
An animation in French explaining the role of dopamine and the mechanisms of the disease. An introduction for people affected and those close to them.
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Physical activity: combining enjoyment and effectiveness
France Parkinson · 2016 · French
A conversation between a person living with Parkinson’s and doctors about physical activity, enjoyment of movement and everyday practice. Recorded at World Parkinson’s Day 2016.
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Virtual reality as a direction for rehabilitation research
CBS Philadelphia · English
A short report presents research on virtual reality training and balance in people living with Parkinson’s. It concerns a research direction, not an evaluation of our activities.
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A webinar on virtual reality and Parkinson’s
XRHealth · English
XRHealth presents its approach to virtual reality for exercises addressing movement and other difficulties associated with Parkinson’s. This webinar is provided by the company offering the service.
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Virtual reality and rehabilitation: an overview
Clinical Physio · English
An overview of research on virtual reality in Parkinson’s rehabilitation. The devices studied and their findings may differ from those of the games used by our association.
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World Parkinson Congress talks
World Parkinson Coalition · English
Presentations on research, care and living with Parkinson’s, collected in the virtual congress archive. Choose the topics that interest you.
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Resources for everyday life and understanding your equipment.
Exercises adapted to Parkinson’s
CHUV · Physiotherapy · French
Exercises provided by CHUV physiotherapists in a section dedicated to Parkinson’s. Choose exercises with your physiotherapist and follow their guidance: these videos complement your support.
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Discover adapted physical activity
France Parkinson · French
Resources about adapted physical activity, with an introductory video and a “Parlons Recherche 2024” presentation. Explore activities that suit your preferences and abilities.
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Living better with Parkinson’s day to day
Davis Phinney Foundation · English
Discussions and resources on everyday questions for people living with Parkinson’s and those close to them. The foundation offers webinars and themed meetups.
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Understanding and troubleshooting your headset
Fix My Oculus · English
Videos about headsets and controllers: diagnosing problems, repairs and equipment overviews. You can also contact our association for help getting started.
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