Parkinson's disease
Questions + Answers
A week or so ago I had trouble with my legsr with out help.
I would get very dizzy and disoriented when I stood up. My husband had to help me get to other rooms or I would use walker. I was in lot of pain too. I eventually got better. My legs feel stronger not totally weak. Anyone have this? Is this part of Parkinsons?
I also was in a lot of pain especially lower back and legs. Had a headache sometimes.
Voice amplifier
Hi everyone,
My father’s voice is getting so bad it’s getting impossible to understand him. I’m looking at buying a voice amplifier and just wondering if anyone has had any experience of these and could recommend?
Any help would be much appreciated!
Issy
My husband was given a speech amplifier but he found it very cumbersome and returned it (without consulting me!). I don't think he gave it a fair trial… read more
Rachel, my Therapist, 1st Interview, July 1st
Any comments welcome.
I am searching for information about Striatal deformities with Parkinson’s. Are there beneficial therapies and treatments?
My mom is having quite a bit of pain with her hand, feet, back and neck. The deformity is progressing rapidly. She is in residential rehab but nobody seems familiar with this condition.
I don't think health professionals are allowed to recommend the oil. This might change soon following the headline story of the family that had to take… read more
Macdonald Carey
@A MyParkinsonsTeam User - it worked for Demosthenes, more than 2,000 years ago. He didn't invent speech therapy, but he used it so effectively we are… read more
Rachel 3rd Interview (cont'd.)
Rachel 3rd Interview
Morning Donna
Sorry I have not been answering ur posts but Mum has been unwell again with a urine infection & large water blisters on her right leg… read more
We are taking a family trip in 2 weeks on an Alaskan Cruise with my parents. Any recommendations for my Dad with Parkinson's?
My Dad will bring the walker (he calls it his four-wheeler!). I am thinking we need to reserve a wheelchair. Our rooms are near the elevator and are on the Lido deck (where all the action is). He shuffles his feet, get's fatigued easy and his judgement is not great (although he still drives). We are so excited about this trip and want to help him be successful. Any advice is greatly… read more
We have just recently come back from a Mediterranean cruise. It was the most wonderful holiday. There is lots to do if you want otherwise you can just… read more
Constipation & Parkinsons
As it is well known in Parkinson's, constipation is one of the biggest problems. I am just wondering what other's do to combat it. An advice would be helpful. Tia.
I take a laxative and/or stool softener. Sometimes it helps sometimes not. Good luck..hope you get a solution good for you.