Neurostimulators...Be cautious of brand name stimulators. I have replaced 2 electric cords in 3 years. then I think it plays with the numbers you are set too. it is a...reactions1replyTreatment
Rigidity and the Writer: A Parkinson's Tale...For over thirty years of my life, I have been some sort of a writer. Whether for fun with imaginative tales of the supernatural, for historical purposes with my life’s...reactions8comments
Parkinson's & Excessive Daytime Sleepiness: To Nap or Not to Nap?...We know from research, general observation, and even first-hand experience, that Parkinson’s disease (PD) can have a detrimental impact on nighttime sleep. And with poor sleep comes problems during the...reactions14comments
New here, newly diagnosed...Hi all, I'm not much of a user of support forums, really not at all to be honest. I'm a relatively younger guy in my early 40's. Considering I have...reactions10replies
New to Parkinson's...I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in August 2018 and trying to stay positive and trying to adjust to life exercise daily and tired alot having a hard time sleeping...reactions2replies
Parkinson's Disease: A Family Affair...Can we talk? Today, this soon to be 54-year-old-gray-hair-PD-bloggin'-mama-of-four (breath)... is on a mission. I have a message to share, a story to tell. Why? Because the love of my life...reactionscomments
Superhero Powers for People with Parkinson's...Can we talk? This time it's not three something in the morning when this Parkinson's disease (PD) care partner often lies awake when some stupid symptom finds it timely to...reactions4comments
How to talk to my spouse...My husband is 52 years old and he and I went for a walk the other day. I noticed when he walks he doesn’t move his right arm. His dad...reactions4replies
Creating a Break From the Mundane...A big frustration that many people with Parkinson's experience is that daily routine can become mundane. When each day begins to cycle around medications, doctor appointments, and schedules, it can take...reactionscomments
Illustrating Your Caregiver Story Giveaway Terms & Condition...Official Rules, Terms and Conditions for the Illustrating Your Caregiver Story Giveaway. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE...reactionscomments
Parkinson’s Research Centers Can Help With Care...Three months after my diagnosis, I drive to Houston, a three hour trip from my home in Austin that I’ve made many times before, sometimes for work but more often...reactionscomments
How To Get Parkinson’s...How to get Parkinson’s? John, who would want it? There is always that one weird person, but I’m referring to how to get diagnosed with Parkinson’s. It’s a process that...reactions5comments
Feeling lonely...Hi everyone I'm Sarah tucker I am new to this. I have Parkinson for 7 years. I have gone to Doctors the whole time they kept testing me and they...reactions1comment
Keeping Hope: A Motivator When We Don't Feel Very Motivated...Hope is the bridge that can lead us across the pit of uncertainty. -Karl Robb Hope comes from within our head and our heart. It drives us to make improvements...reactions2comments
Getting Diagnosed with the Help of a DaTscan...My wife, Tracey, drops me off at the imaging center, just a mile or so from our home. It’s 10:00 AM on a Wednesday morning. Dr. Hill, who would become...reactions11comments
Be Careful of What You Ask For...While the Title leads you to negative thoughts, in reality it was just the opposite. I had asked to be seen by a full fledged Neurologist, not a student from...reactions3comments
How Does Parkinson's Affect Sex & Intimacy?...Sexuality is an important factor in a person’s quality of life. Unfortunately, many chronic diseases, such as Parkinson’s disease (PD), can have a negative impact on a person’s sexuality. This...reactionscomments
How do you deal with involuntary movement above the waist?...My dyskinesia consists of my upper body swaying back and forth, my head moving around, and my hands in fairly constant motion. This can continue for half an hour or...reactions1reply
A funny thing happened on the way to my life!...I had struggled, as I imagine most people do in the sales of insurance. I joined a company that specialized in brokerage. We provided the expertise and the property/casualty agent...reactions1comment
Finding the ‘Fun’ in Sexual Dysfunction with Parkinson’s...Parkinson’s is a chronic neurological disorder expressed in both motor and non-motor related processes. Your quality-of-life can remain healthy throughout this time period. However, you will have to work hard...reactions2comments
