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I Have Developed Droop Neck I Do Neck Exercise But Little Improvement I Have Very Short Walking Distance. I Am 77 And Have 13 Years Diagnos
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Has anyone found neck or back supports helpful

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After seeing this picture, I'm thinking of buying a neck pillow (type you use on an airplane) for my hubby.

Do You Still Drive A Car?
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I'm curious about the number of Parkinson's patients that can still drive their cars.

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Spare us the details Mike, we just need to know what colour it is, how powerful is the engine, does it pull like a steam train and how fast do you go in it?! 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

Has Anyone Else Experienced Driving Restrictions?
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Before my official diagnosis, I was told not to drive by my doctor. Now that I'm on medication treatment for PD, and seeing positive benefits 'm hoping that they will allow me to drive again. Has anyone else experienced driving restrictions? What can I do to convince my doctor that I can drive again?

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I can still drive but every year I'm not required by the DMV to take three tests: vision, written, & driving tests. I wish they made some of the young folks I see driving around here take the same… read more

Is PD Neuron And Movement Disorder Specialist The Same Thing? Do We Need To See Both?
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My dr is a neurologist wh runs his own Parkinson’s treatment center. I just came across him on Google. We love him. He always takes as much time as we need to share our concerns and to get an… read more

Having Parkinson , Is It Hard To Drive ??
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@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member - Thank you for saying I am a very Special case! I will take that as a compliment. I think it has been easier for me to reteach myself how to drive well living in a fairly… read more

Does Anyone Experience Nausea After Exercising Or Specifically Rock Steady.
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Excuse me, but I happened to read this and it sounds horrific!!! Who is in charge for taking care of you?! That person should loose his/her job immediately. You have to demand proper meals and… read more

What Experiences Do You All Have With Hair Loss Because Of PD Medication And What Specific Medication And Could You Make It Regrow?
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What specific medication caused your hair loss and could you do anything to make it regrow? Did you change medication? Was it worse with only levodopa and did it help to take a combined PD medication? What did your neurologist or other doctors say about hair loss? I’d be grateful for all answers! Have a nice day and wish you all the best!!❤️🙏🏽❤️

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Hello dear friends who answered my questions! I still haven’t really found out how this site works
Thank you Dale, I actually had read the article before that you suggested. From what I’ve learnt… read more

How Many Have Lost Their Driving Or Have Driving Restrictions Put On Them Because Of The Parkinsons?
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I started to finding times I would put the car into park, but did set the emergency brake. Then as I became a bit weaker in my legs and feeling less steady walking I started to look at my driving
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Has Your Dr Prescribed A Driving Test
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I agree Les. Truth is often shocking, scary and unwanted. But I think it is better to act on the truth then deal with unexpected outcomes that effect others.
Maria

Re: Driving Evaluations?
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I took a driving evaluation a few days ago. Has anyone done this with a private (not government agency. If anyone has, what were the results. Did you reveal your diagnosis of Parkinson (-ism)? Were you advised not to drive? To drive with caution? Never to drive until a cure is found? Tell me your story, briefly, please! PS: haven't got the upshot of my eval yet.

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@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member My first post went into the ether somewhere. As I was saying, my instructor passed me (with usual cautions, ie. no driving after sundown,25 mph, around town, no 4 lane or… read more