Whether you’ve just been diagnosed, or you’ve been living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) for years, chances are you’ve got some questions. Movement disorders specialist Rebecca Gilbert, MD, PhD, the American Parkinson Disease Association’s (APDA) Chief Mission Officer will answer your questions live in the next episode of Dr. Gilbert Hosts on December 7 at 10am PT.
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In late September 2023, Parkinson and Movement Disorder Alliance (PMD Alliance) hosted Dr. Anthony LoGalbo for a presentation on driving with Parkinson’s disease (PD). PD is a progressive disease, and both motor and non-motor symptoms will affect people’s ability to drive. Someone with PD may need an evaluation every year. Driving is often a safety concern – both physically and financially. Driving represents independence and autonomy. Dr. LoGalbo assured attendees that not all people with PD need to stop driving right away. Accommodations and workarounds may be used, and when someone with PD does need to stop driving, there are other options for transportation.
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In late September 2023, the Davis Phinney Foundation hosted a webinar on Parkinson’s disease (PD) care partner outcomes. Moderator Polly Dawkins and Dr. Jori Fleisher discussed unique challenges people face when acting as a care partner to someone with PD, why taking care of yourself is important as a care partner, and some strategies for building a team to help care for your loved one.
… Full Story>In early October 2023, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) provided a webinar on reducing the frequency of falls for people with PD, using exercise to practice balance. Teresa Baker, a physical therapist at Boston University, shared why falls are so hazardous for people with PD. She summarized the findings of review papers on the impact of exercise on the rate of falls in those with PD, and offered recommendations for exercise based on research. This webinar is part of the APDA’s “Let’s Keep Moving” series.
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In late September 2023, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) hosted registered dietitian Jessica Schoeder, RDN, for a presentation on how to eat well with Parkinson’s disease (PD). She shared recommendations for using diet to manage the five most common complications she hears about from people with PD, including constipation, orthostatic hypotension, delayed gastric emptying (also called gastroparesis), weight loss, and balancing medication absorption with eating protein. She gave examples of snack plates and meals for each complication. This webinar was part of the APDA’s “Dr. Gilbert Hosts” series.
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