RollercoastersRollercoasters have always made Posy sick! She didn’t have a great beginning to 2022. After an utterly amazing third quarter of 2021...reactions2comments
For the Newbie: The ABCs of Parkinson's DiseaseWhen I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease I was shocked, depressed, and worried. My mind was racing like I was in the...reactions15comments
Parkinson's Awareness Month 2021: COVID EditionDuring an average week of advising people’s academic life journey, I encounter several people who have no idea what the road ahead...reactionscomments
3 Plant-Based Foods to Improve Stress ManagementEditor’s note: Talk to your healthcare provider about your particular situation before starting any new supplements or diets. Are you stressed about...reactions1comment
Balance Issues, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Parkinson’sI have balance issues. I also have Parkinson’s disease and severe peripheral neuropathy. According to the Mayo Clinic, peripheral neuropathy is caused by...reactions1comment
Preparing for Surgery When You Have Parkinson’s DiseasePeople living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) may need surgery to treat other health conditions not related to PD. However, research shows that...reactions1comment
Getting the Most From Your Parkinson's MedicationMost of us who live with a chronic illness like Parkinson’s know firsthand what a struggle it is to find the right...reactionscomments
The Duality of Illness: Terms We Should KnowWhen it comes to trying to explain how we feel on a particular day, it can be difficult to articulate in a...reactions16comments
What Foods Should be Avoided with Parkinson's?While there is no special “Parkinson’s diet”, doctors do know that well-balanced nutrition and the timing of meals can help manage some...reactions1comment
Searching for Silver Linings: How to Stay Positive with Parkinson'sSince I was diagnosed I have tried to stay positive. It’s often tough to see the good in difficult situations but I...reactions48comments
Are Ataxia and Parkinson’s Disease Related?Ataxia is a word used to describe any type of uncoordinated movement. It comes from the Greek term “a taxis,” which means...reactions2comments
Posy: Medical DetectivePosy has become a medical detective! She can’t help drawing conclusions from published medical research combined with her own experience of Parkinson’s...reactions9comments
Neuralink and Synchron Race to Change Movement Disorder OutcomesElon Musk’s latest business venture, Neuralink, has the potential to change the way medical professionals manage movement disorders. But Neuralink’s competitor, Synchron...reactions1comment
Just One of Those QuestionsMost of us have probably been there. A random question, maybe or maybe not about Parkinson’s, that just seems from left field. Often those...reactions2comments
Shifting Your Parkinson’s ParadigmKeeping your mind and body active is one of the most effective ways of fighting Parkinson’s. Exercise has been proven to slow...reactions3comments
The Blame GameRecently, my wife assigned me to the task of picking up garage door openers and then having the guy at the store...reactionscomments
How Elon Musk’s Latest Business Venture Could Impact Parkinson’s DiseaseElon Musk’s latest business venture is turning heads in the medical industry. While Musk is most well-known for his work with Tesla...reactions4comments
Denial?I’ve always considered myself to be someone with a strong desire to learn. This is manifested in many different ways. When making...reactions9comments
What A Difference A Bed MakesWaking up in the middle of the night and wandering through the house. Sliding off the bed in the morning because his...reactions4comments
Stop Making That Noise!Have you ever found yourself highly annoyed by the sound of someone tapping on the table, the constant clicking of a ballpoint...reactions2comments
