What really matters is not what I have but who I am. I am still me I am still the same me I was before you or I knew I had Parkinson's. So I thought I got thrown into a club I don't want to belong to but really, I’m no different than anyone else. I have learned...
Poetry
The Dance by Carol Higgins
I'm being chased by a thief, a monster, hanging at the edges of my life, waiting to steal from me my movement my joy my smile. In the dark of night I feel it breathing close to me waiting for the day it will overcome me. But not today, today I am dancing for all I...
Diagnosis by Carol Higgins
What if I want to rage Like a storm at sea Against the words I heard – The firing squad. They shot me down To great despair, ‘Progressing regression. How long not clear’. No fear of death That is so inevitable But living into oblivion While still here Is sheer...
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Depression & Parkinson’s: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Living with Parkinson’s disease can stir up a range of emotions. From receiving a diagnosis to managing the chronic symptoms of PD, it’s normal to experience impacts on your mental health. Depression, in particular, is a common non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s...
Physical Therapy and Parkinson’s Disease: What to Expect
Maintaining an active lifestyle is critical to managing Parkinson’s disease symptoms. A physical therapist (PT) can help keep you mobile by designing an exercise routine that meets your unique symptoms and needs. Here’s an overview of how physical therapy benefits...
Benefits of Yoga for Parkinson’s Disease
The benefits of yoga on full-body wellness have been observed for many decades, but how do these transfer to people living with Parkinson’s disease? Very well, it turns out! With its focus on breathwork, balance, and flexibility, yoga is a fantastic exercise option...
How to Manage Pain with Parkinson’s Disease
Chronic pain is highly common in people with Parkinson’s disease. In fact, people living with PD are twice as likely to experience pain as those without, and 80% of people with PD report experiencing chronic pain. These pains can be both motor-related (associated with...
Addressing the Unique Needs of Women with PD
Did you know women experience Parkinson’s disease differently than men? Interestingly, this fact has only begun to impact the understanding of PD. As with many areas of medicine, women are severely underrepresented in research and clinical trials, leading to...
Do You Need A Movement Disorder Specialist for Parkinson’s?
As people living with Parkinson’s disease navigate their diagnosis, they’ll encounter various physicians and specialists with education and experience specific to PD. One of these is a movement disorder specialist (MDS). Let’s explore the role of a movement disorder...
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