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Tango Therapy Boosts Parkinson's Patients' Mobility in Buenos Aires

3/24/2026

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Tango therapy at Ramos Mejía Hospital in Buenos Aires helps Parkinson’s patients improve balance, stiffness, and coordination, with about a dozen weekly.
The program began 15 years ago, initiated by neurologist Dr. Nélida Garretto, inspired by a patient who found dancing improved her mobility.
Neurologist Dr. Tomoko Arakaki notes the slow, short steps and pauses help patients practice movements.
Tango’s motor, visual, and auditory stimuli aid patients in daily activities.

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Story summary

Tango therapy at Ramos Mejía Hospital in Buenos Aires helps Parkinson’s patients improve balance, stiffness, and coordination, with about a dozen weekly.
The program began 15 years ago, initiated by neurologist Dr. Nélida Garretto, inspired by a patient who found dancing improved her mobility.
Neurologist Dr. Tomoko Arakaki notes the slow, short steps and pauses help patients practice movements.
Tango’s motor, visual, and auditory stimuli aid patients in daily activities.