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This may seem like a basic concept, but it is so critical that everyone understands. Exercise has been shown to have neuroprotective benefits. In layman's terms, this means exercise can reduce symptoms associated with Parkinson's Disease which is HUGE! High intensity exercise (makes you tired, sweaty, and out of breath) can reduce tremors, improve flexibility, and decrease fall risk among many other benefits. There are many types of exercise and many recommendations out there on type, duration, etc. Here are the factors that seem to be consistent in all the research - be consistent. Most or all days of the week. - high intensity exercise is best. The harder the better. - stretch daily. - walk daily For more detail: CLICK HERE or click the image below.
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Hello Valued Readers, Medication is a major component to the treatment and management of Parkinson's Disease. There are many different types of medications that are prescribed for PD. Each has the potential for side effects that should be managed by your neurologist. The following video gives you an overview of some of the medications, the side effects, and how to help manage them. The video was created by the Parkinson's Disease Foundation. Please feel free to share your thoughts and stories with regards to different medications and how they have or have not helped you in the comments section. We are also sharing this LINK from the American Parkinson's Disease Association with a list of medications commonly prescribed for Parkinson's that you can discuss with your neurologist. Thank you for watching, Nectar Of The Neurons Staff Hello valued readers, We have received some requests for a video on how to improve fine motor skills. There are a lot of ways to do this. The research strongly recommends being very deliberate with the timing of your medications and understanding the hi and low points and tracking those. High intensity exercise may increase symptoms in the short term, will decrease symptoms in the long term. In addition to the timing of your medications and high intensity exercise, there are specific fine motor activities you can use to improve your skills. The research suggests starting these activities before you actually start to have fine motor limitations. The earlier and more aggressively you attack these issues, the better. Enjoy the video below and let us know what else you'd like to learn about. For more ideas on fine motor skills, check out future posts here and talk to your local physical and occupational therapists. Thank you, Nectar of the Neurons Hello Valued Readers, We felt it was appropriate to share some COVID statistics as the new variant makes its way around the globe forcing new shut downs and other measures. The video below is a Q and A that the American Parkinson's Disease Association created. The following link also provides up-to-date information on the virus in the USA. LINK HERE. Please be smart and stay safe out there. Thank you, Nectar Of The Neurons Hello all, This weeks video looks at the LSVT BIG Movements presented by the Parkinson's Foundation. This program has been around for a while and is backed by a load of solid research. These movements have become a staple of any exercise program for people with Parkinson's disease. How they are implemented varies depending on who you're working with but no matter how you incorporate them, they have been shown to be helpful at improving movement. The key component to these movements or any other movement program is that they are performed at least 5x per week. The research is clear that consistency is key. Comment below with your favorite exercise routines. Do you do the big program? Share with your friends and see what they think. Try out some of these balance exercises from the National Parkinson's Foundation. Let us know in the comments below what you thought of these! Check out these easy hand exercises to do to improve your fine motor skills! Check out the advances in surgical options for Parkinson's Disease. See what the experts had to say about Deep Brain Stimulation. Hello everyone! Check out this video about Deep Brain Stimulation from people that have had it done. |
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