First Day of PTLast Friday was my first day of formal PT (physical therapy). Since I lived too far from the nearest VA facility that offered this service, the VA gave me the... By davidstone2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
13 Years of SupportBonnie is my name, but I melt when called Granny B' by my Grandchildren. Status: Diagnosed at 46, July 2005 with Young Onset Parkinson's. Nearly thirteen years of tapping my... By bstilb4god2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Debbie's StoryHi my name is Debbie I'm 64 years old married and have a daughter 28 years old and was diagnosed with Parkinson's a little over two years ago. I have... By avonladydc1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
David’s StoryI was first diagnosed just about a year ago after my cardiologist noticed that I was dragging my left foot when I walked and that I had a slight hand... By davidstone2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Christi's StoryI was at my first pain doctor visit. He came in and asked if I had PD cause I had the mask. I asked my neurologist and he said no... By christi1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Newly DiagnosedDiagnosed last October after almost a year of many, many specialists telling me they had no idea what was wrong. My symptoms were all non-motor, insomnia, leg pain that will... By dt1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Bring Me My U-StepMy husband is currently in inpatient rehab after being in the hospital for respiratory distress. While in the hospital, my husband had a light weight aluminum walker in his room... By jeanita1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Fluffy and FatboySix or seven years ago when my husband was no longer able to drive, we began looking for a part time caregiver. That is when we found Reggie. My husband... By jeanita1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Financial Assistance for PD MedicineMy husband was prescribed Rytary a few months ago. When our Movement Disorder Specialist told us about this drug, I asked if it were available as a generic. He told... By jeanita1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Speak UpMy husband is 72 and has been living with Parkinson’s for 25 years. The general medical community knows so little about PD. We have seen many new drugs and treatments... By jeanita1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My New RealityThis is the story of an umpire who loved his job. He had worked many tournaments including a Big League Softball World Series. He’s worked Little League, ASA, USSSA, NSA... By smswv19561 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Agent Orange has effected my Quality of LifeI am Vietnam Disabled Veteran who didn't know I was until flash-backs began after 9-11. I had suffered from shaky hands since 1970 when I got my Honorable Discharge, but... By elkmagik1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
My storyMy name is Emilia-Paula, I am 48 years old and live in a small town in Romania. Little asthma has accompanied my life steps. The sleepless nights, the strong crises... By emilia1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What To Eat and What To Avoid When Managing Parkinson’s DiseaseLearning to manage the symptoms of Parkinson's disease can be a challenge if you’ve just been diagnosed with this neurodegenerative disorder. With 50,000 people being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease every... By lucywyndham2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Parkinson's DiagnosisI retired in May 2017 after 35 years as a staff nurse and in June 3 weeks after I was given the diagnosis of Parkinson's. Still struggling to accept it... By helenl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Stumbling On Information I NeededWhen I was first diagnosed with PD, it was like being hit by a truck. There was so much information in books and on the internet, but what did I... By franbl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
My First PD Trial ExperienceI decided to get involved with a clinical trial to evaluate a new way of doing neuro-stim without the invasive methods which are currently in use. I applied using the... By jposterling2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
My StoryI was diagnosed with Parkinson's June of 2016. I have always been active and very independent. Now I have trouble walking, getting up, picking things up, dressing, and just moving... By nancynorman1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Good-bye Apathy, Hello Joy!My name is Jan. I am 70 years old and diagnosed 5 years ago with PD. My precious husband was the one that kept telling my doctor something was wrong... By elyria1204221 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Finding Time for Self Care: Quick and Easy Mental Health Breaks for CaregiversAs a senior caregiver, you know what it means to never get a break. After racing to keep up with another person’s every need, there’s not much time left to... By jduncan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments