Parkinson’s and Paronychia: How a Nail Infection Nearly Killed Me (And What Every PD Patient Needs to Know)
A simple fingernail infection (paronychia) nearly killed me. Parkinson’s changes how infections present — and this updated guide now includes a dedicated caregiver section, emergency warning signs, a caregiver action plan, and trusted Parkinson’s resources.
Freezing of Gait in Parkinson’s Disease: Understanding, Living With, and Managing FOG
Living with Parkinson’s disease presents a variety of challenges, from tremors to stiffness and balance issues. One of the most frustrating—and potentially dangerous—symptoms is freezing of gait (FOG). This occurs when your feet suddenly feel glued to the ground, preventing you from walking despite your best intentions. For individuals like me, even when my symptoms […]
Urinary Tract Infections and Parkinson’s Disease Chapter 1: What You Need to Know Right Now
I’m just coming out of one of the most unpleasant and frightening experiences I’ve had since being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The last eight to ten weeks have been brutal—physically, emotionally, and mentally. But as difficult as this period has been, it’s also forced me to learn something critically important, something I believe everyone living […]
Woojer Vest 3 and Parkinson’s Dyskinesia: My Experience With 128Hz and Haptic Sound Therapy
Have you ever been told by your neurologist or Movement Disorder Specialist that they simply have no more treatment options left to offer you?If you have, you already know the emotional shock that follows. It can send you searching everywhere for alternatives — or leave you feeling stuck, helpless, and exhausted. Hi, it’s David from […]
The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 8: Living with Parkinson’s: Facing New Challenges with Dyskinesia
Just when I thought I had my treatment plan under control, everything shifted. Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) often feels like that — just when one issue is managed, another steps in. Today, I want to share three vital things I’ve learned about dyskinesia — the kind of lessons I believe every person with Parkinson’s […]
The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 7: The Impact of OFF Times: Finding Solutions
Living with Parkinson’s isn’t always about the visible tremors or the medications I take — sometimes it’s the quiet, heavy moments that are the hardest to process. When I’m in an OFF state, unpleasant and unexpected things can happen. These moments don’t just affect me physically; they can be emotionally difficult to handle, both for me and […]
The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 5: Parkinson’s Disease Stole My Energy – How I Got It Back
There was a time when I could work a twelve-hour day, come home, and still have enough left in the tank to fix something around the house. Somewhere along the way, my gas tank developed a leak — and I just couldn’t plug it. The loss of energy didn’t happen overnight. It crept in so quietly […]
When the Urge Won’t Let Go: My Journey through Parkinson’s, Dopamine, and Compulsive Behaviors
Table of Contents Toggle Understanding Impulsive and Compulsive Behaviors (ICBs) When a Game Becomes a Trap How It Started: The Game That Took Over Regaining Control, One Tap at a Time Moving Forward With Hope A Caregiver’s View: When Love Meets a Hidden Struggle Frequently Asked Questions Support Our Work For Caregivers: Walking the Line […]