FatigueI was diagnosed around 6 years ago. Fortunately until now I have been fairly symptom free except for tremors in my left arm, which are controlled with meds. As of...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesTips & AdviceAwarenessCoping
If it’s not genetic, what is it? My work history is quite varied. Even though my dad was diagnosed with PD, my sisters don’t have it but I do. Putting genetics aside for a moment., I have...Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 repliesAwarenessWork & Employment
FallingJust recently I have lost the ability to walk without a cane or walker. Without assistive device to keep me from falling I cannot get around safely. I am thinking...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesCopingAwareness
Share the truth about Parkinson's diseaseCurrently, there are an estimated 1 million people in the United States living with PD. To better understand the patient/caregiver experience and realities of Parkinson's disease, we are fielding our...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesAwareness
Extremely Urgent, Trying to cure father's Parkinson's disease in his final years.Hello all, My father is 74 year's old and he has had Parkinson's disease since 2017. He most likely had it before then but we never noticed because he doesn't...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesAssistive DevicesAwarenessParkinsonism
What would you be looking for in an information leaflet?Hi, I'm a physiotherapy student who is making a leaflet for people with Parkinsons about exercise. I was wondering what you as a person with Parkinsons, or a loved one...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesExerciseAwarenessCoping
Ultrasound and Parkinson’s I recently got some info from a friend concerning ultrasound and tremors. I researched a little and found articles touting its effect on essential tremors. Articles dating back to 2018...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesTreatmentResearch & Clinical TrialsAwareness
Pooping with Parkinson’s I never thought I would be starting a discussion on the role of pooping in a PD discussion. My PD dr has always stressed the importance of hydration and a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesAcceptanceAwareness
Notifying Employer of PDWhen do you suggest notifying my employer of my parkinson's diagnosis? I know my shaking is noticable, my voice quieter and I tend to be a little slower but can...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesAcceptanceAwarenessCoping
Fear Of falling / Post Fall SyndromeI would like to hear from you if you are familiar with the Post Fall Syndrome diagnosis. Not many people are aware that their fear of fall is a common...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesMotor SymptomsAwarenessExercise