(NAPSI)—Innovative technology for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders was recently implanted for the 100,000th time worldwide, inspiring people like longtime fitness trainer Roy Roden to pursue previously impossible goals.
Roden has always had an adventurous spirit, and the 55-year-old and his wife Lynn enjoy participating in many interesting outdoor activities together. This month, Roden and his wife embarked on their most challenging journey together yet—a 4,500-mile cross-country bike ride to raise awareness and research funds for Parkinson’s disease.
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