Living

I have always been a bit of a klutz and have had difficulty knowing how to use my body effectively. But, physical therapy (PT) taught me how to overcome freezing...

I’ve noticed that my dad takes advantage of certain household features when Parkinson’s makes his day uncertain. For example, he frequently leans on the piano while he’s making his way...

April 15, 1990 Dear 18-year-old Dan, I’d like to tell you that things get better than this nasty punishment you’re in right now, but that’s all a matter of perspective...

How’s your sleep? Are you getting enough? According to studies, the average adult needs between 7 and 9 hours of sleep.  More than 75 percent of people with Parkinson’s report issues...

When I was first diagnosed 8 long years ago, I recall letting out a guttural wail ... an aching sound that emanated from the deep recesses of my being. I...

A few months before my family member was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (PD), she had difficulty sleeping through the night. First, we tried all the standard therapies I use with...

I began to notice I was having some issues reading. It was okay for about 10 minutes or so and then I would get a headache, the page became blurry, and...

When times are good, Posy feels on top of the world, but then there will be a "down" day, wherein Posy feels unwell, tired out, and worthless. This also can...

I wrote recently about finding a little spot on my arm, going to my dermatologist, and being diagnosed with Melanoma. People with Parkinson’s have a higher risk of developing melanoma...

When I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, I knew I needed help! There was so much to learn and process. From a previous experience with an autoimmune disease, the value of...

I have balance issues. I also have Parkinson’s disease and severe peripheral neuropathy. According to the Mayo Clinic, peripheral neuropathy is caused by damage to the nerves that are outside of...

I previously wrote an article about more presence for Parkinson's in popular media. My feeling was that presenting our condition organically, not commercially to sell products, and not just a...

I noticed the spot on the back of my arm just above the elbow 2 or 3 months ago. A little smaller than the end of a pencil eraser and in...

Initially, I thought that Kegel exercises were only for women. As a healthcare professional, I had first became aware of the benefits of utilizing Kegel exercises in the elderly population. However, in my...

You have surely heard that life has its ups and downs, good times and bad. Like most things in life, stress can be good or bad. What determines that? It...

So much of life is about balance. Balance affects almost every aspect of our lives including relationships. Keeping a healthy relationship in balance is hard and it becomes harder when Parkinson’s disease...

One thing I did when I took over managing my father’s health care providers is make sure that the doctors treating him not only understand his needs and his disease...

I am a planner. I don’t like surprises. I hate magic shows. Okay, I admit, I’m a bit of a control freak. So, it’s natural for me to need to...

In recent years, the term "detox" has gotten popularized by fad diets, social media, and diet culture. But the true sense of the word holds value when it comes to...

Caffeinated beverages such as coffee and tea can be both a blessing and a curse. While they are rich in nutrients and contain neuroprotective properties, they can also interrupt your...