The Natural History of Parkinson's Disease-associated Spinal Disorders
The Natural History of Parkinson's Disease-associated Spinal Disorders
This is a prospective single-institution longitudinal study to access quality of life and
 serial imaging and biodynamic testing to assess spinal disorders associated with Parkinson's
 disease patients.
This is a prospective single-institution longitudinal study to access quality of life with
 PROMIS testing, ODI, NDI, VAS and short form 36 health physical component score. The study
 will also include serial radiographic assessments and biodynamic force plate and hand
 dynamometer testing. This study will follow for five years post-consent.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  Diagnosis of Idiopathic Parkinson Disease Early to mid-disease course (Hoehn and Yahr
 scale 1-3) Age 18-75

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  Prior spinal fusion Diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis, diffuse idiopathic spinal
 hyperostosis (DISH), or other systemic condition that affects spinal function
 Inability to consent Current incarceration Presence of other medical condition or
 neurologic condition that would hinder ability to perform biodynamic testing