When it comes to treating PD, remember that you are the center of the team and each of the team members play a role in helping you live...

Receiving the diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease is life changing. You may feel many overwhelming emotions including sadness, anger, and...

Remember that you are not alone on this journey. Information, help and hope is available from a worldwide Parkinson’s community. If you...

Many people with PD report having concerns over extra saliva and even drooling. The interesting thing about this is that PD does not...

Does the room feel like it is spinning? Are you experiencing dizziness? Infrared goggles are helpful tools to determine where the...

It’s well known among health professionals that worn or ill-fitting footwear can be a contributing factor in falls among older adults....

Whether you are rushing to get to the toilet or getting out of the shower, the bathroom is a place where falls can frequently happen. ...

Many individuals with Parkinson’s Disease experience a fall, if not recurrent falls. In one study of people with PD, 60.5% had...

Falls are a common cause of injury and stairs are a common place that falls can happen in the home. Here are 5 strategies that can...

Physical therapy can improve motor function in patients with PD. Music performance may be used to improve motor skills by rhythmic...

Do you enjoy putting on music and dancing? Well, this can help your PD. Many forms of dance have been found to be beneficial for the...

What is bone density, and why is it important? Our bones are strong, and are able to resist various mechanical loads that we place on...

Bone health is a major determinant of our overall wellness and longevity. In contrast, bone disease is often associated with other major...

While we often imagine that our bones are hard, dry and somewhat lifeless, the skeleton plays many key roles in daily life. Of course, we...

Gardening is an instrument of grace. — May Sarton As an occupational therapist, I am always in awe of the power of occupation — the...

In addition to getting you moving outdoors, walking poles can also be used to perform exercises at home both in sitting and standing....

When you think of Nordic poles you may think of wintertime sports like skiing, but there are many benefits for using them for outdoor...

You have probably been told to drink 8 glasses of water a day. You may also feel like you would be swimming in that amount of water at...

You may be wondering why applying sunscreen is important, besides being a generally healthy behavior. There is a correlation between...

Parkinson's is caused by damage in the part of the brain which is responsible for making dopamine. You may be wondering ... dopa what?...

Levodopa phobia is the avoidance of taking dopamine medication to treat PD. In the past, there has been concern that starting carbidopa...

Doctor’s appointments are a great opportunity to partner with your provider to develop a game plan for managing Parkinson’s disease...

You may have been at the doctor's office and been asked about your "off" time. It is often assumed by practitioners working with people...

Older people with PD may face a heightened risk for falls due to vision changes related to the disease and the aging process. Falls are a...