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WEARABLE DEVICES SUPPRESS PD TREMORS

Posted on June 13, 2022April 19, 2024 by Phil Franchina

Over the past few years, several different devices have been designed to help suppress...see more tremors of all kinds. From wearable sleeves to weighted gloves, these devices are designed to help counteract the movement of a tremor. Although only one of these devices โ€” the Cala One โ€” is currently FDA-approved; […]

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THE BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Posted on June 13, 2022June 17, 2022 by Phil Franchina

Exercise and movement are so important for people with PD โ€”...see more but for those who have never exercised before, or have limited mobility or balance issues, they might not know how to get started. No matter your situation, a great way to begin is to make an […]

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MAKE IT A SUMMER TO REMEMBER

Posted on June 13, 2022April 19, 2024 by Phil Franchina

Two years ago, our world was turned upside down by COVID-19. This summer,...see more weโ€™re settling into a new normal, but it still can be difficult to navigate social situations โ€” and while some are embracing fewer restrictions, some are still hesitant or confused about how to proceed. Should you […]

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I WAS JUST DIAGNOSED WITH PARKINSONโ€™S DISEASE โ€ฆ NOW WHAT?

Posted on June 13, 2022April 19, 2024 by Phil Franchina

Confusion. Anger. Fear. If you or someone you love...see more has been diagnosed with Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD), you may be overwhelmed by emotions. The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is here to help. With a nationwide network dedicated to fighting PD, APDA can help connect you […]

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โ€œASK THE DOCTORโ€ with Dr. Rebecca Gilbert

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Phil Franchina

Q. What recommendations do you have for someone acting out vivid dreams...see more (rolling out of bed, punching, kicking) during the night? A. This sounds like REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD), in which a person acts out their dreams. This is a common non-motor symptom of Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD) […]

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APDAโ€™S SPANISH-LANGUAGE RESOURCES

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Phil Franchina

  The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) works tirelessly to support the Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD) community,...see more but we know we are not reaching everyone. We are dedicated to finding ways to broaden our reach and meet the needs of underserved, under-resourced, and rural communities. One way weโ€™re working toward this is with […]

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APRIL IS PARKINSONโ€™S DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Phil Franchina

  Thereโ€™s never been a better time to show up and show your...see more support for the Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD) community โ€” April is PD Awareness Month! Weโ€™re uniting forces from coast to coast to raise awareness, raise funds, and raise hope for individuals and families affected by PD. And […]

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TAKING RESEARCH FROM THE LAB TO OUR LIVES

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Phil Franchina

  Sometimes, it is difficult to understand how Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD)...see more research that is being done now in a lab will benefit people with PD in โ€œreal life.โ€ In a recent episode of our popular online program, Dr. Gilbert Hosts, we sat down with two researchers funded […]

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HOPE AND YOUNG ONSET PARKINSONโ€™S DISEASE

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Phil Franchina

When you envision someone living with Parkinsonโ€™s disease, what comes to mind? Are...see more they a rock climber? An American Ninja Warrior? A nurse? Or perhaps the parent of a young child? Probably not. What you might be surprised to learn is that people with Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD) defy expectations […]

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โ€œASK THE DOCTORโ€ with Dr. Rebecca Gilbert

Posted on December 31, 2021 by Phil Franchina

  Q. I am in my late 80s, and I think I...see more have Parkinsonโ€™s disease. At my age, should I bother going to a neurologist to see if I actually have PD? Yes! If you do have PD, there may be medications that you can take to allow […]

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The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is a nationwide grassroots network dedicated to fighting Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD) and works tirelessly to help the approximately one million with PD in the United States live life to the fullest in the face of this chronic, neurological disorder. Founded in 1961, APDA has raised and invested more than $313 million to provide outstanding patient services and educational programs, elevate public awareness about the disease, and support research designed to unlock the mysteries of PD and ultimately put an end to this disease.

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