Thriving Through Occupational Therapy: Everyday Energy Strategies
Living with PD can make everyday activities feel more exhausting than they used to – but small changes can make a big difference. This episode of Thriving Through Occupational Therapy will explore practical strategies to help people with PD protect their energy and manage symptoms. Our expert guest, Sydney Marshman, OTD, OTR/L, BCG, will talk about simple ways to track symptoms, recognize energy drains, and pace daily activities so you can focus on what matters most. You’ll learn:
1. How energy conservation techniques and adaptive tools can make everyday tasks easier, safer, and less tiring.
2. How to use symptom-tracking strategies to notice patterns and plan ahead.
3. And much more!
ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS
Sydney Marshman, OTD, OTR/L, BCG
Sydney Marshman is the founder and occupational therapist with Happy at Home Consulting based in Des Moines, Iowa. Happy at Home Consulting provides therapy at home to older adults with her team of physical, occupational and speech therapists. In addition to traditional rehabilitative services, Sydney continues to increase access to home assessments throughout the state. Happy at Home Consulting presently provides the evidenced-based programs HARP through collaborations with community partners. She works alongside builders and interior designers to craft beautiful, functional spaces. Sydney is the President of the Iowa Occupational Therapy Association and advocates for accessible housing