The Parkinson's Experience is a podcast hosted by a Person with Parkinson's (PWP) and based on her daily experiences. Listen in on her journey living with the disease and how she lives her best life with humor, generosity, empathy and knowledge. Her conversations with experts and patients like you are fascinating and authentic. They cover relevant topics from DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) to exercise to diet to medications to much more difficult subjects like personal relationships. Of the fe ...
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127 Warriors Not Worriers -The InMotion Wellness Program
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This year I have been highlighting some of local areas in the U.S. where people with Parkinson's take classes designed for their needs, provide social support, and community. It is truly magical to have this kind of central location just focused on your needs as a person with Parkinson's. Just last month we highlighted Parkinson's Body & Mind in Co…
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While often overshadowed by better known movement disorders, dystonia affects thousands and can dramatically affect quality of life. This episode explains what dystonia is, why it frequently appears alongside Parkinson's, and what therapies - from medications to DBS to physical therapy – are helping people regain control. So, listen on as a movemen…
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125 From Vision to Impact: Growing a Parkinson's Wellness Network
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This year I have been highlighting some of local areas in the U.S. where people with Parkinson's take classes designed for their needs, provide social support, and community. It is truly magical to have this kind of central location just focused on your needs as a person with Parkinson's. If this exist in your area, like Power for Parkinson's in Au…
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124 Magic with a Parkinson's Sleight of Hand
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Who doesn't like magic tricks? I love watching magicians trying to surprise the audience with their slight of hand tricks. Always fascinates me and asking how do they do that. What does this have to do with the Parkinson's Experience? Well, my guest today turned to learning magic after he was diagnosed with PD and could no longer work as a nurse. A…
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September is Fall Prevention month. As we age, falling—or even the fear of falling—becomes increasingly common. For people with Parkinson's, the risk is often higher due to specific changes in the body that affect balance, strength, and coordination. Almost all of us will experience a fall at some point, which is why it's so important to understand…
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I've been eager to share with all of you in podcast land some important information and history about what I believe is one of the key drivers in helping fulfill the Michael J. Fox Foundation's mission to cure Parkinson's disease. The Parkinson's Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI), launched in 2010, is a groundbreaking study involving people bot…
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Listening to personal Parkinson's stories offers valuable insights for everyone. In this episode, we interview Greg Ritscher, who responded to his diagnosis with determination shaped by his business and personal experiences. Greg also shares a notable DBS story. His journey highlights motivation, positivity, community support, and advocacy. Enjoy o…
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120 Vestibular Therapy - Your Inner Ear and You
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The range of symptoms and affected body systems in Parkinson's disease is extensive. One area that is less frequently discussed is the vestibular system—the inner ear structure directly connected to the brain, responsible for balance and spatial orientation. When this system malfunctions, individuals may experience dizziness, balance problems and a…
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One of the possibilities along the Parkinson's journey is losing the ability to drive safely. This possibility is a scary one. For many, driving equals independence. So, it means more than just the hassle of getting around. It means losing your independence. It can lead to depression and anxiety. However, it is important to be safe on the road whil…
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118 FREE Parkinson's Wellness in Austin & Online
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Where do you exercise? Is there a place you can take classes specific for people with Parkinson's? Is it convenient? I know of only a handful of cities where there is a one stop fits all approach to PD wellness. Most are created and managed by someone stepping up and doing the work to make it happen for their community and beyond. I am excited to h…
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Do you have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, getting enough sleep? Well, you are not alone. It seems lack of sleep is an epidemic in the US. In particular, getting a restful night's sleep is very difficult for the majority of people with Parkinson's. Why? What is going on and how can we improve our the quantity and quality of our sleep? This…
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Did you know there is a connection between loss of smell and Parkinson's disease? In fact, it may turn out to be a predictor of the disease up to 10 years before a clinic diagnosis of PD. Here are some interesting stats: · 100% of major brain disorders are associated with smell loss · 96% of newly diagnosed people with Parkinson's have lost some ab…
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115 Make Your Voices Heard: Ban Chemicals that Cause Diseases
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This is a very important topic and one in which you can make a difference. Our environment is sickening the population. Parkinson's disease is one example of a condition that likely was caused by pesticides and other toxic chemicals in our water, food, air and soil. All of us can contribute to preventing future generations from getting Parkinson's …
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114 World's Toughest Row - a story of endurance, strength and friendship
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$41M, 41 days, 2800 miles. Those are the stats for Team Human Potential who competed in the World's Toughest Row. The boat race happens annually and showcases teams of four, rowing across the Pacific Ocean from California to Hawaii. Patrick Morrisey with Team Human Potential became the first person with Parkinson's to finish the race. They raised o…
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Some of my favorite episodes are when we hear personal stories from people on the same journey as us. Every story is different but all of them can help us find our way, learn from each other and get motivated to live your best life. On today's episode, I have a conversation with Lisa Volenec. She was diagnosed as young onset PD which is defined as …
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111 The New Medication Delivery Pumps Explained
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Have you heard about the new medication delivery systems or pumps recently approved by the FDA? It has generated a lot of buzz at support groups, clinics and social media. What do these pumps do that makes them different and a new tool for our Movement Disorder Specialist to use to help People with Parkinson's live well with Parkinson's? What can y…
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As the earth continues to get warmer and we see record high temperatures across the globe, scientists tell us that this pattern is going to continue and be more common. Higher temperatures, more frequently has led to more heat strokes and other conditions when people aren't prepared for this situation. Additionally, people with neurodegenerative di…
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108 Parkinson's Research Update - The Future Is Bright
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We are well into 2025 so saying Happy New Year is not appropriate anymore. I think now people are asking others how they are doing with their resolutions. I have just one goal this year and that is to learn something new. I'll let you know how I do. Send me your resolutions in the comment section. I am excited for you to listen to my conversation w…
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107 Is Your Hearing Loss Related to Parkinson's?
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I had a random request from a listener a few months ago. She was struggling with her hearing and wondered if it could be another symptom of Parkinson's. My first thought was no, I hadn't heard of that before. But, I told her I would look into it. To my surprise, hearing loss and Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is another gift PD can give. So, le…
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As we wind down the year with a final couple of episodes, this may be the most important topic. November is caregivers' awareness month. The Caregiver Action Network (CAN) mission is to promote resourcefulness and respect for tens of millions of family caregivers across the country. This not-for-profit organization is responsible for caregivers' aw…
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105 Hacks - Strategies for Life's Challenges
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This episode is one of the reasons I started this podcast called the Parkinson's Experience. We have four people with Parkinson's including myself sharing their lived experiences with all of you. The subject is the hacks we use to compensate for challenges we face while living our best life with Parkinson's. So, what is the definition of "hacks'? I…
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After the series on Art Therapy, I was reflecting on all the great stories of how each guest truly benefited from their experiences with their mode of creative expression. It isn't just people with Parkinson's benefiting. Everyone can benefit from attempting a new art activity or going back to what you used to enjoy. Then I started thinking what ha…
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103 Art Therapy Part 4 The Joy and Benefits of Music
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I've had a wonderful time this summer speaking with people with Parkinson's who have found joy, meaning and symptom relief using one or more forms of artistic expression - let's call it art therapy. If you haven't listened to the first three, please do. I found inspiration and information in each one. I hope you will as well. This is the fourth epi…
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102 Art Therapy Part 3 Writing Keeps Your Brain Active and Learning
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Welcome to Part 3 of our series on the influence the Arts have on people with Parkinson's and frankly most other conditions. It's amazing what scientists are discovering about how much music, dance, painting, etc can be beneficial for brain health. I've been humbled by our guests. The more I listen to these amazing, brave people, the more I'm impre…
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101 Art Therapy Part 2 - Dancing the Symptoms Away
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Welcome to part two of our four-part series on the arts and Parkinson's disease. If you haven't listened to part one, you can definitely listen to this one but I encourage you to listen to part 1 on photography and hearing from our guest, Torrance York, who spoke passionately about photography and how it helps her gain perspective on her journey wi…
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