Do You have Parkinson's Disease?
Why Parkinson’s Can Make Turning Around More Difficult Turning around seems simple. You walk toward the kitchen, realize you need to go back, and change direction. But for someone with Parkinson’s disease, turning can be one of the more challenging parts of walking. You may notice that you take several small steps to turn, feel […]
Why Getting Dressed Can Take So Much Longer After a Stroke The holidays are supposed to be a time for family, food, and catching up with the people you care about. But if you’ve had a stroke or live with Parkinson’s disease, a holiday gathering can leave you exhausted long before everyone else is ready […]
Why Holiday Gatherings Can Be Exhausting After a Stroke or With Parkinson’s The holidays are supposed to be a time for family, food, and catching up with the people you care about. But if you’ve had a stroke or live with Parkinson’s disease, a holiday gathering can leave you exhausted long before everyone else is […]
Why Changes in Temperature Can Make Parkinson’s Symptoms Feel Worse in the Fall As summer turns into fall, you may notice that getting moving in the morning doesn’t feel quite the same. Your muscles may feel stiffer. Your hands may seem slower. Walking may take more effort. Even simple movements, such as getting dressed or […]
Why Stroke Survivors May Struggle With Cooking More Than They Expect Cooking is something many people do without thinking much about it. You reach for a pan, open a container, chop vegetables, stir a pot, carry a plate, and move around the kitchen. After a stroke, those same steps can suddenly feel much harder. You […]
