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7 Benefits of Bike Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease
Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com. Exercise is good for the body and mind, especially when living with a chronic condition like Parkinson’s disease. However, tremors and balance issues can make finding safe ways to stay active difficult. Stationary bikes can be a...
5 Ways to Use a Journal to Reduce Caregiver Stress
Shared from dailycaring.com. Reduce caregiver stress with journaling For many caregivers, stress is a constant companion. One effective way to reduce caregiver stress and keep burnout at bay is to write in a journal. Getting your thoughts and feelings down on paper...
4 Ways to Reduce Caregiver Stress with Positive Self Talk
Shared from dailycaring.com. Positive self talk is a simple and powerful stress-reduction tool Caring for an older adult can feel like a non-stop stress test. Reducing that stress protects you from burnout, serious health conditions, and early death. It also...
What is Parkinson’s? (Explained)
Shared from parkinsonvoiceproject.org. People with Parkinson’s have much more control over their movements than they think. Watch this video to learn how! Understanding the role of dopamine and the concept of INTENT can help people with Parkinson’s and their...
Understanding the Symptoms and Causes of Multiple System Atrophy
Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com. Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a rare neurodegenerative disorder that shares several characteristics with Parkinson’s disease. The two conditions have similar symptoms, and they are diagnosed in similar ways. However, MSA — first...
4 Common Types of Leg Pain in Parkinson’s
Shared from parkinsonsdisease.net. One of the biggest complaints I hear from people with Parkinson's disease (PD) is severe leg pain. As a fellow, if I had heard someone complain of pain in their leg I would not have thought it due to Parkinson’s. My grandmother...
Parenting with Parkinson’s: 7 Tips to Help Kids Flourish
Shared from parkinson.org.Parenting is one of the most important jobs people with children will ever have. It is also one of the hardest. Raising a family while living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) or supporting a spouse who does, creates unique challenges. Building a...
6 Ways to Fight Caregiver Sleep Deprivation
Shared from dailycaring.com. Sleep is essential for hard-working caregivers, but between regular life and caregiving responsibilities, getting enough quality rest can be a big challenge. Vive Health shares 6 smart tips to combat caregiver sleep deprivation. Find out...
FDA approves new levodopa/carbidopa formulation for use in Parkinson’s
Shared from michaeljfox.org. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new, long-acting oral formulation for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Developed by Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Crexont aims to offer patients improved symptom control...
Tips and Lifestyle Changes To Improve “Off” Time in Parkinson’s
Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com. Most people who begin levodopa treatment for Parkinson’s disease can get several years of near-complete relief from symptoms with few side effects. After several years on levodopa, however, it’s common for symptoms to become harder...