Feeling confused ...I have all the symptoms of Parkinson’s, but after a normal MRI and datscan my neurologist thinks I have Functional neurological disorder...reactions5replies
For the Newbie: The ABCs of Parkinson's Disease...When I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease I was shocked, depressed, and worried. My mind was racing like I was in the...reactions15comments
Parkie jokes ...Why isn't there already a joke thread on here? If we can't laugh at ourselves, in spite of our condition, what can...reactions7replies
The 2024 Social Health Awards Program...Editorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactionscomments
3 Plant-Based Foods to Improve Stress Management...Editor’s note: Talk to your healthcare provider about your particular situation before starting any new supplements or diets. Are you stressed about...reactions1comment
Stay Optimistic...One of the challenges of writing about Parkinson’s is finding emotional balance while I learn about the symptoms that impact my dad...reactions4comments
Posy: Medical Detective...Posy 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 Outcomes...Elon Musk’s latest business venture, Neuralink, has the potential to change the way medical professionals manage movement disorders. But Neuralink’s competitor, Synchron...reactions1comment
DBS in India? ...Is anyone aware of Deep Brain Stimulation availability in India? I would be keen to know which is the best place for...reactions2repliesDeep Brain Stimulation
Flying with Orthostatic Hypotension for Parkinson's patients ...My father is 78 years old and suffering from Parkinson's disease since 5 years now. He tested positive for Covid last year...reactionsrepliesParkinsonismSymptomsTreatment
Just One of Those Questions...Most 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
Parkinsonism is a "Bear" to Bear...I was very active in my life until 2018, when I began having problems with my right side (leg, ankle, foot, and...reactions6comments
ParkinisonISM?...Yes, you read that right! I have been diagnosed with PARKINSIONISM. The first time the doctors said that "strange word" I thought...reactions4comments
Positive mindset with good vibes ...I am 73 and diagnosed with PD 5 years ago. I enjoy gardening, music, Indian dancing, hydrotherapy and walking football/soccer. What I...reactions10repliesAcceptanceCaregivers & Care PartnersCoping
First Parkinson's and now Lewy Body Dementia ...My mother was diagnosed 3.5 years ago with Parkinson's, which has been managed pretty well. Balance is really the main issue. However...reactions4repliesDiagnosisCognitive IssuesSymptoms
The Blame Game...Recently, my wife assigned me to the task of picking up garage door openers and then having the guy at the store...reactionscomments
Living day by day...First got Parkinson’s years ago and every day’s a challenge but I get through. Don’t know but how do you get a...reactions7comments
After some advice ...Hello, I have been dealing with many symptoms to do with Parkinson's but recently the neurologist has told me I have functional...reactions6repliesDiagnosis
Deep Brain Stimulation ~ Operation Complete!...My young brother just successfully had DBS op! He is almost fifty, battled for almost a decade! Watched him deteriorate! Wife left...reactions13repliesYoung Onset (YOPD)PositivityDeep Brain Stimulation
How Elon Musk’s Latest Business Venture Could Impact Parkinson’s Disease...Elon Musk’s latest business venture is turning heads in the medical industry. While Musk is most well-known for his work with Tesla...reactions4comments
