Dysphagia in Parkinson's DiseaseDysphagia is the medical term used to describe difficulty swallowing. When Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects the muscles in the face, neck, or...reactions36comments
4 Common Types of Leg Pain in Parkinson'sOne of the biggest complaints I hear from people with Parkinson's disease (PD) is severe leg pain. As a fellow, if I...reactions15comments
Parkinson's Disease Is a ThiefParkinson’s is a funny old disease to get your head around. I do not mean funny in the classical "LOL" sense ...reactions49comments
Caregiver Tips for Managing Parkinson’s Disease DementiaParkinson’s disease (PD) is an illness largely defined by changes in motor control. Early symptoms include tremors, stiffness, and walking/balance problems. As...reactions7comments
Chasing HappinessI have Parkinson’s disease and for me, that means sometimes when I wake up in the morning, I think and feel that...reactions14comments
What Not to Say to Someone with Parkinson’s DiseaseWe all do it—we all say that thing, putting our foot in our mouths, and then immediately regret it. We tend to...reactions14comments
Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real PainPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Up to 18 percent of people who get shingles will...reactionscomments
COVID-19 and Flu: Similarities, Differences, and How to Protect YourselfAs the coronavirus and flu season collide, this upcoming fall and winter will be like none the world has ever seen. Here...reactionscomments
My Problem with Parkinson's Disease and Spatial AwarenessWe recently visited Jacksonville Beach, Florida, the home of The Tournament Players Club Sawgrass golf course (TPC Sawgrass) and the host of...reactions10comments
Preparing For Your Doctor VisitMaking the most of every appointment with your neurologist is critical since we only see them several times a year. Also, seeing...reactions3comments
Tips for Staying Independent & Living Alone with Parkinson'sPeople often seem surprised that I live alone 6 years into Parkinson's. I actually find it easier than living with someone as...reactionscomments
What’s Your New Normal Since Diagnosis?From physical, emotional, and mental wellness to overall well-being of the family unit, Parkinson’s disease takes a toll—sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly. To...reactions13comments
Using Compassion to Cope with Parkinson's DiseaseLiving with a chronic and progressive illness such as Parkinson’s disease can result in mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety...reactions7comments
What Makes a Good Doctor?Finding the right doctor to manage Parkinson's disease (PD) can take time. Each person's Parkinson's experience is unique and what they look...reactionscomments
Stop PD Symptoms from Getting in the Way of Your LifeI am sure that all of us who live with this illness have experienced times of extreme hardship. These experiences in turn...reactions7comments
I Am Nothing Without My Parkinson's MedicationI am nothing without my Parkinson’s medication. A harsh and damning indictment upon my own self-worth. But, nonetheless very true. I could...reactions28comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions45comments
The Parkinson's Dyskinesia and Tremors GrooveI love music. It defines my life, and frankly, I can’t have enough musical mixes to express who and where I am...reactions6comments
We Can’t Always Wrap Everything Up in a Nice BowOne thing that often frustrates me about being a writer is that there’s always this expectation that we can wrap the end...reactions4comments
