Policing and Parkinson’s Disease: Bridging the Awareness Gap
Key Takeaways Imagine a parent with Parkinson’s standing in their driveway, hands trembling from the disease, and police arrive expecting trouble. Without understanding, an officer might mistake those tremors or rigid stance for intoxication or noncompliance. This scenario is tragically common. Parkinson’s symptoms like tremor, slowness (bradykinesia), muscle stiffness (rigidity), and soft or slurred speech […]
My One-Year Experience Using the VILIM Ball with Parkinson’s
I can’t believe how quickly the last year has gone. Time really does fly, especially when you are constantly adapting your life around Parkinson’s. Hi, it’s David from Life With Parkinson’s. If you have been following along, you already know I have been testing the VILIM Ball for about a year now. And if you […]
My Second Round of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Therapy for Parkinson’s: What I’ve Learned
The first time I tried vitamin B1 (thiamine) therapy, it didn’t go well. I wasn’t prepared, I wasn’t ready, and I failed miserably. Hi, it’s David from Life With Parkinson’s. If you’re new here — welcome. Consider subscribing to follow this journey. And to everyone returning, thank you for your ongoing support. This post documents […]
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 […]
3 Common Fears About Natural Parkinson’s Remedies — And How to Overcome Them
Does being afraid of something stop you dead in your tracks — like you just can’t take another step forward? I get that. I’ve felt it a thousand times. Hi — I’m David from Life With Parkinson’s. If you’re new here, welcome. And if you’re a regular, thank you for being here. A quick note […]