Driving and Deep Brain Stimulation...The tires of the van hit the highway’s rumbling strips, ripping at a low pitch. My dad was out of bounds again. We were on our way from the cottage...reactions6comments
I am designing a product, I am a GSCE pupil I would like your help....Hello, I am a GCSE people in the UK. I am doing a DT project on a weighted pen to help with Parkinson's. I would be very grateful if you...reactions2repliesTips & Advice
That Little Spot On My Arm...I noticed the spot on the back of my arm just above the elbow 2 or 3 months ago. A little smaller than the end of a pencil eraser and in...reactions3comments
Positivity leads to normality...Best attitudes with Parkinson's is that when your thoughts are all positive your, rigidity becomes soft and you are able to move normally, based on my experienced living with this...reactions13replies
Are Kegel Exercises Good for Men Too?...Initially, I thought that Kegel exercises were only for women. As a healthcare professional, I had first became aware of the benefits of utilizing Kegel exercises in the elderly population. However, in my...reactionscomments
Stressed or Desserts?...You have surely heard that life has its ups and downs, good times and bad. Like most things in life, stress can be good or bad. What determines that? It...reactionscomments
Balancing Act...So much of life is about balance. Balance affects almost every aspect of our lives including relationships. Keeping a healthy relationship in balance is hard and it becomes harder when Parkinson’s disease...reactions3comments
The Right Neurologist Battle...One thing I did when I took over managing my father’s health care providers is make sure that the doctors treating him not only understand his needs and his disease...reactions5comments
The Duffel Bag of Eternity...The older I get, the more wisdom I see in always having an extra pair of underwear available. In fact, having an entire set of replacement clothing is an even...reactions10comments
Medications and PD...I have a sought of PD being Progressive Super Nuclear Palsy or PSP.. there are very few that seem to suffer from this most debilitating disease... i would love to...reactions8replies
Stepping Up to the Parkinson's Buffet...I am a planner. I don’t like surprises. I hate magic shows. Okay, I admit, I’m a bit of a control freak. So, it’s natural for me to need to...reactions7comments
Dive into Detox for Parkinson's Disease Protection...In recent years, the term "detox" has gotten popularized by fad diets, social media, and diet culture. But the true sense of the word holds value when it comes to...reactionscomments
Med for PD...It seems like the medication that I have been making the diag, which was May, is worse? Sinemet...Is there anyone else that has had this happen to?...reactions5repliesDiagnosis
Being the Bad Guy: We All Have to Be It Now...My brother got accepted into the University of Southern California. He didn’t expect it to happen and frankly, I couldn’t believe it did. He beat out 70,000 other applicants and...reactions1comment
Informative Parkinson’s Podcasts...I’m an information addict. Any time I encounter a problem, a question, or an illness, I dive into the bookshelves to see if there are any solutions. Since my Dad...reactions1comment
The Benefit of Coffee and Tea for Parkinson’s...Caffeinated beverages such as coffee and tea can be both a blessing and a curse. While they are rich in nutrients and contain neuroprotective properties, they can also interrupt your...reactions1comment
HELP PLEASE ...Sorry it is a long one… please read as I really need some advice! My father in law was diagnosed with PD 6 years ago and very quickly (within weeks)...reactions2repliesCopingCognitive IssuesDepression
On Pretending I’m Not Depressed or Anxious...For a long time, I have avoided admitting to others that I have depression and anxiety. I am embarrassed. I feel ashamed. Pretending I’m not depressed or anxious with others...reactions4comments
Sugar Cravings and Obsessions...When Posy was first diagnosed, she was warned about the side effects of dopamine agonist medicines. At each subsequent appointment, she would be asked if she had developed any obsessive...reactions3comments
Diet...Hi I just wondered if anyone has any knowledge about wether including honey into the diet is of any benefit in the treatment of Parkinson’s symptoms.?...reactions2repliesDiet & Nutrition