Can Mucuna Pruriens Help Control PD Symptoms?...Mucuna pruriens, also called the cowhage or velvet bean, is a leguminous plant that resides in tropical climates like Central and South...reactionscomments
Hello my name is pain....When people say Parkinsons does not hurt I tell them try Having what I call a Charlie Horse in your leg for...reactions6comments
Ways to Manage Parkinson’s Disease and Fatigue...It happens to most of us. We seem to exert ourselves and simply run out of gas. Whether we are doing too...reactionscomments
Brooke Huminski, MSW LICSW...Brooke was previously an advocate for ParkinsonsDisease.net. Brooke Huminski, MSW LICSW is a contributor for Parkinson's Disease.net as well as a psychotherapist...
Hello My Name Is......After almost 18 years of having Parkinson’s and 15 years as a care partner to someone with Parkinson’s it can become easy...reactions2comments
Newbie...Hi,I'm Jim and I'm 77years old and just been told I may have PD. So,being proactive about it and trying not to...reactions11replies
Some Direction for the Newly Diagnosed...When one is blindsided with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, it is so easy to feel shocked, overwhelmed, in denial, numb, or...reactions6comments
Caregiving While Traveling...As a caregiver or care partner, traveling with someone with Parkinson's can be difficult. Have tips or advice for other caregivers while...reactions5repliesCaregivers & Care Partners
Traveling with Parkinson's...Managing your PD symptoms can be difficult while on vacation, or just going to the store. What are some tips you have...reactions3replies
Kelly Weinschreider...Kelly was previously an advocate on ParkinsonsDisease.net. Kelly was diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s disease in 2002 at age 29. She was...
Common Travel Challenges for People with Parkinson’s...Traveling brings up a host of challenges for anyone. But for people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD), traveling can be extra tricky...reactionscomments
Extreme Fatigue...Fatigue kicked in starting Feb. Feeling of malaise. MD increased Requip, then d/c it. Exercise getting difficult, anxiety up. Anyone experience this?...reactions4repliesTreatment
Dear Ms. Parkinson's...Dear Ms. Parkinson's, You first came into my life on March 17th, 2010. The day that I heard my neurologist say, "You...reactions9comments
Living with Parkinson's for over Thirty Years!...My name is Karl Robb. I have been blogging on Parkinson’s disease for over 10 years on my site, asoftvoice.com. I have...reactions2comments
Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease—What’s Next?...Diagnoses can come in many forms and take on various weights. A diagnosis for the common cold, for instance, may provide to...reactionscomments
For Caregivers – Benefits of Travel Pre-Planning...Vacations are a welcomed break and time to recharge one’s batteries. With a little pre-planning, stress can be reduced and enjoying the...reactions7comments
Over Twenty Years in My Parkinson’s Care Partner Journey...My name is Angela Robb and I met my husband who has young onset Parkinson’s disease in 1995. I actually didn’t meet...reactions2comments
Self-care for Caregivers...I recently had a discussion with a fellow PD caregiver about self-care. We discussed how hard it is for PD caregivers to...reactions6repliesCaregivers & Care Partners
The Complexities of Parkinson's Disease...Parkinson’s disease is a complex illness with many different symptoms and combinations of symptoms. It can be difficult to diagnose in the...reactionscomments
It Isn’t Over Till It’s Over...Information is the best medicine. Those who make uninformed decisions do so at their own peril. I play golf every week with...reactions1comment
