March 2011
8 posts
Planning Ahead for Summer Vacation
Starting to think about your next vacation? Wondering if it will be “just too much” with Parkinson’s disease? With the proper planning, and with the proper expectations, vacations can be as enjoyable as ever.
Travelling by airplane can be stressful for anybody. Alleviate some of that stress by allowing plenty of time for connections, even if it costs you a little bit more;...
Be Prepared for Your Next ER or Hospital Visit
Unexpected visits to the Emergency Department or even a planned hospitalization can be stressful and trying for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners. Many times the staff is ill-informed on how to deal with Parkinson’s patients and does not understand the intricracies of medication timing. Create your won plan now and be prepared for your next visit.
Whenever possible,...
Connecting Socially
Staying socially connected with new friends and old is difficult for anyone, and can be made even more difficult when living with Parkinson’s. It is easy to feel isolated and want to keep to yourself, but life is far more enjoyable when lived in the company of others.
Make it a point to get outside the home at least once a week. Even if it is just for a quick visit next door to talk to ask...
Building Your Overall Health
It is natural when you or someone you love has a diagnosis of a chronic condition such as Parkinson’s disease to put all of your focus on that one element of your health. But the truth is that it is only a part of the health picture which can affect or be affected by other elements of your overall wellbeing.
Make sure to schedule and keep regular appointments with the rest of your care...
Building Better Health - Stress Relief
Almost anyone with Parkinson’s disease is aware that stress and PD are not a good match. Stress can exacerbate Parkinson’s symptoms, causing a person to move even slower or cause an increase in tremors. Some people with Parkinson’s find they get easily confused during stressful events, making it more difficult to complete even simple tasks.
Yes, stress is a part of everyday...
Building Better Health - Laughter
Okay, everyone has heard that laughter is the best medicine. Is it true? Well, it certainly can’t hurt when it comes to Parkinson’s disease.
By its very nature, Parkinson’s in itself is certainly no laughing matter. After all, it is a progressive neurological disease that can become quite debilitating. It can rob a person of movement and of the enjoyment of many activities. Is...
Building Better Health - Eating Well
The one thing every person with Parkinson’s disease hears about constantly is the importance of taking medications on time. Most may have heard mention about the importance of exercise once or twice as well (okay, probably almost as much as the medication thing.)
An area that is sometimes neglected is the importance of eating well. The food that goes into the body of a Parkinsonian is...
Starting My Walking Program
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” - Confucius
You have registered for the Fighting Parkinson’s Step by Step 5K Walk and Fun Run. You’ve checked with your doctor who has suggested walking is a good idea. Now what?
Some important basics of a walking program:
Where sturdy walking shoes. Now is not the time to breakout the flip-flops you bought on...
