Chronic Health Conditions Discussion and Support

Trueblue Texan

(2,925 posts)

62. They are copyrighted but...

Sun Nov 3, 2024, 07:46 AM

Nov 3

Bob and Brad (YouTube.com) have developed their own set that you can use. When I was in practice I used theirs because I'd never been trained by the official therapy. I would STRONGLY recommend working with a licensed therapist because they can be challenging. There are studies showing dancing is also helpful in Parkinson's diagnoses. Big, exaggerated movement and forceful use of your vocal abilities are beneficial

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

62 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

I was just diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. [View all] LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 OP

I have no words of wisdom, but hope displacedvermoter Nov 2 #1

Thank you. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #17

I'm so very sorry to hear that DarthDem Nov 2 #2

Thank you for the encouraging words and information. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #7

You are so, so, so very welcome. DarthDem Nov 2 #38

aw fuck... markie Nov 2 #3

Those were my exact words when the doctor gave me the news. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #15

Sorry to hear, a difficult thing to be told bucolic_frolic Nov 2 #4

Oh, sweetie crickets Nov 2 #5

I am so sorry to hear that jfz9580m Nov 2 #6

Research online SheltieLover Nov 2 #8

That's very rough; you have my sympathy. As someone who works on the forefront of drug development... NNadir Nov 2 #9

Are you eligible for deep-brain stimulation surgery? True Dough Nov 2 #10

60 Minutes did a great story on this. The results are miraculous. Native Nov 2 #36

I have a colleague who found people who had cured their Parkinson's MadameButterfly Nov 2 #11

I'll check these resources out. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #39

Not everyone is open, so it's great that you are MadameButterfly Nov 2 #52

(((hugs))) samnsara Nov 2 #12

Wow. Sorry for the news. 70sEraVet Nov 2 #13

Now that's hard for anyone to hear. As NNadir said in a previous post, there is definitely hope. BComplex Nov 2 #14

DUers are empathetic, knowledgeable and supportive. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #40

I'm so sorry. When you feel like discussing, I'd like to sinkingfeeling Nov 2 #16

I'm pretty open about stuff like this. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #41

This is treatable and manageable with medications.... FarPoint Nov 2 #18

This is a great time to be alive, medically. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #42

I am so sorry to hear this... Trueblue Texan Nov 2 #19

what are Big and Loud exercises? LymphocyteLover Nov 2 #21

LSVT Big and LSVT Loud are great physical therapy programs Easterncedar Nov 2 #23

They are copyrighted but... Trueblue Texan Nov 3 #62

Thank you for your encouraging words. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #44

I'm so sorry. I don't know much about treatment of the disease but I hope you can get the best care possible. LymphocyteLover Nov 2 #20

Thank you. I'm definitely getting the best care available -- my wife. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #45

Getting the diagnosis is a shock. It takes time to get oriented to the new reality. Easterncedar Nov 2 #22

Thank you. Your words are encouraging and informative. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #46

It was amazing to hear my guy's voice after an appointment Easterncedar Nov 2 #50

Hugs to you, my friend. HeartsCanHope Nov 2 #24

Thank you for your kind words and suggested support resources. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #47

Fight it! My local news did a story about a boxing program for Parkinsons patients. tanyev Nov 2 #25

That really sucks Horse with no Name Nov 2 #26

What a great list of information. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 3 #59

I'm sorry cate94 Nov 2 #27

That sucks. Dear_Prudence Nov 2 #28

Keep on keepin on. Hope22 Nov 2 #29

You are doing the right thing... blue sky at night Nov 2 #30

OMG. I am so sorry to hear this. The only thing I can say is that they are coming up with such amazing ratchiweenie Nov 2 #31

Just hugs, prayers, positive thoughts, and love. a kennedy Nov 2 #32

I am so sorry to hear this. Still, be hopeful. jrthin Nov 2 #33

I'm so sorry XanaDUer2 Nov 2 #34

I'm so so sorry. I wish the best for you. I have MS and I empathize with you. I have been taking NAC as a supplement LiberalLoner Nov 2 #35

I know someone with PD Lulu KC Nov 2 #37

NAC is fantastic. It has saved me from bronchitis and covid. Clouds Passing Nov 2 #49

Sorry to hear this diagnosis leighbythesea2 Nov 2 #43

Exercise, especially tai chi for balance, yoga, mix it up, stay with it daily. Clouds Passing Nov 2 #48

Godspeed Groundhawg Nov 2 #51

I'm so sorry kimbutgar Nov 2 #53

So much study and research going into this disease. SleeplessinSoCal Nov 2 #54

Science is my friend. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 3 #60

That is a tough diagnosis to get. I wish you strength for your journey. LoisB Nov 2 #55

Big hug to ya. Eko Nov 2 #56

My Dad has lived with it for 20 years AwakeAtLast Nov 2 #57

Your Dad is an inspiration. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 3 #61

Well.....crap Bayard Nov 2 #58