“Off Time” and Parkinson’s

On and Off Fluctuations in Parkinson's Disease

I thought that I would revisit some of the questions that people have when it comes to knowing when medications are working, not working, causing side effects, or are ineffective...

What Is Dyskinesia?

Dyskinesias are movements that you cannot control. They often happen when you try to do something on your own, like walk or talk. Dyskinesias are common in people who have...

Six Tips for Managing Parkinson's "Off Time"

The medications developed to treat Parkinson’s disease (PD) can help manage the symptoms, including tremor or shaking, rigidity, impaired balance, and slowness of movement. However, many people with PD experience...

The Parkinson's Dyskinesia and Tremors Groove

I love music. It defines my life, and frankly, I can’t have enough musical mixes to express who and where I am. Let’s not forget the jams. As the band...

Secondary Motor Symptoms of Parkinson's

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a long-term (chronic) brain and nerve (neurological) disorder. PD affects movement (motor) functions as well as other (non-motor) body functions. PD is a progressive disease, meaning...

"Off Time" and Parkinson's Disease: A Personal Experience

For those impacted by Parkinson's disease, we know that the symptoms may change over time. I recently experienced an episode that lasted for over 2 hours. As usual, I took...

Preparing For Your Doctor Visit

Making the most of every appointment with your neurologist is critical since we only see them several times a year. Also, seeing a neurologist with a movement disorders specialist (MDS)...

I Am Nothing Without My Parkinson's Medication

I am nothing without my Parkinson’s medication. A harsh and damning indictment upon my own self-worth. But, nonetheless very true. I could play the role of devil’s advocate. And I...

Ask the Advocate: How Can You Comfort a Person With Parkinson's?

A Parkinson's disease (PD) diagnosis can be overwhelming, but you do not have to face it alone. We asked our ParkinsonsDisease.net advocates, "What’s something a friend or family member did...