The Parkinson's Podcast

In this episode, panelists Soania Mathur, Wayne Gilbert, Robynn Moraites, and Sarah Zenner discuss: The fact that there's no such thing as getting "away" from Parkinson's   Finding the balance between focusing on your Parkinson's to live well but not letting it define you    Parkinson's as a "simmering pot"    Being intentional about how you choose to speak about your Parkinson's   Emotionally acc...

In this episode, Dr. Arun Mathur, a urologist with specialized knowledge of Parkinson's, discusses: The differences in urinary dysfunction between different neurologic diseases An explanation of urinary dysfunction Urinary dysfunction as a potential precursor to Parkinson's Urinary dysfunction's impact on quality of life When you should seek treatment When urinary dysfunction occurs Non-pharmacolo...

In this episode, Living with Parkinson's panelists discuss: Packing lists   Airport tips, tricks, and suggestions  The importance of taking your time   Considering if travel is still right for you Traveling in different ways  Traveling with kids   Considerations, tips, and tricks for the airport and airplane Bladder control when traveling  Constipation when traveling  Medications while traveling  ...

In this episode, Allan Cole, a professor and published author in social work and counseling, and a person living with young onset Parkinson's discusses: The importance in sharing your story   We is stronger than I   The beginning of Allan's Story   The choice of when to disclose your diagnosis   Distinguishing between illness and disease   The importance of focusing on the present moment   Remembe...

In this episode, social worker Jessica Shurer, discusses: What self-care for care partners actually means The complexities of mental health for Parkinson's care partners including anticipatory grief and  high levels of unpredictability   The shift in identity when becoming a care partner The influence of negative self talk Understanding the signs of depression, anxiety, and caregiver burden The im...

In this episode, Dr. Gregory Pontone discusses:  What mental health, wellness, and well-being really mean Understanding the definition of mental  illness  and not over-pathologizing The circular effect of caring for your mind and body The most common mental health issues related to Parkinson's: depression and anxiety Identifying symptoms of depression and/or anxiety in yourself or a loved one Why...

In this episode, David Leventhal, a program director and founding teacher of Dance for PD, a dance program for people with Parkinson's, talks to us about how the elements of dance translate to living well with Parkinson's.  Contact us anytime at blog@dpf.org Find all the links, resources, and additional materials mentioned during today's episode on our Parkinson's Podcast Blog:  http://davisphinne...

In this episode, Dr. Jori Fleisher discusses a very prevalent but rarely talked about symptom of Parkinson's, pain. Dr. Fleisher discusses how pain is detected in the body, the types of pain experienced by the body, and how you can manage pain in Parkinson's.  Contact us anytime at blog@dpf.org Find all the links, resources, and additional materials mentioned during today's episode on our Parkinso...

In this episode,  Dr. Lucy Norcliffe-Kaufmann, an expert in autonomic dysfunction in Parkinson's speaks to the numerous aspects of Parkinson's symptoms of the autonomic system, including an inability to sweat, dry eyes, constipation, sexual dysfunction, issues in blood pressure, drooling, and more. She explains why these symptoms occur and what you can do to manage them to live better with Parkins...

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Benzi Kluger about many of the myths you may have read regarding Parkinson's, the proliferation of medical bullsh*t (BS) that's growing by the minute, and important clues to look out for when it's time to evaluate the merits of a Parkinson's article, product, treatment, or cure. For related resources for this episode visit: http://davisphinneyfoundation/podcast-reco...

In this episode, Allan Cole, Danny Bega, Michael S. Fitts, Arun Mather, and Kent Toland discuss: Common concerns and challenges  "Plumbing" issues Erectile dysfunction Medication strategies ON times vs. OFF times Reconciling self-image Professional transitions, accommodations, and career modifications and more! We hope you enjoy! For related resources visit: http://davisphinneyfoundation.org/podca...

In this episode,  Kat Hill, Karen Jaffe, Soania Mathur, and Nabila Dahodwala discuss: Hormonal life stages and Parkinson's (including premenstrual, pregnancy, and pre-or post-menopausal) Hormone therapies (particularly estrogen and progesterone) and Parkinson's   Motor and non-motor symptoms in women with Parkinson's Psychosocial and mental health issues in women with Parkinson's   Relationships a...

In this episode, we sat down with Mike Studer to talk about neuroplasticity, exercise, sleep, and how important they are to living well with Parkinson's. Find related resources here: http://davisphinneyfoundation.org/podcast-recording-neuroplasticity-exercise-and-parkinsons Are you loving the Parkinson's Podcast? You can listen to more episodes on our website! This content is made possible by the...

In the following episode, Kat Hill and Kevin Kwok discuss how the symptoms of Parkinson's can be embarrassing,  especially the ones that others can't see, and how they have handled feelings of shame or embarrassment surrounding these symptoms. For related resources mentioned in this episode and for more information on living well, visit: http://davisphinneyfoundation/podcast-recording-the-embarras...

In the following interview, we have a conversation with Dr. Bloem about the book, Ending Parkinson's, about living well with Parkinson's today, about the hopes for Parkinson's in the future and much more.    For more information and related resources go to: http://davisphinneyfoundation.org/podcast-recording-ending-parkinsons-living-well-today Visit www.dpf.org to discover more of what the Davis P...

In this episode, Dr. Michael Okun shares the latest in 2022 for new and emerging therapies for Parkinson's. For more information and related resources go to: http://davisphinneyfoundation.org/podcast-recording-new-treatments-and-therapies-parkinson's Visit www.dpf.org to discover more of what the Davis Phinney Foundation is doing today to help you LIVE WELL with Parkinson's.  Are you loving the Pa...

In this episode, panelists Pete Huley, Christa Ingle, Pat Donahoo, and Cidney Donahoo talk about how important effective communication has been in their journey with Parkinson's and the wisdom they've learned.  For more information and related resources go to: http://davisphinneyfoundation.org/podcast-recording-building-stronger-relationships-through-communication Visit dpf.org to discover more of...

Listen to chapter 16 , "Living Well Today , " and the Appendix, "Detecting Medical Bullshit" of the newest edition of our Every Victory Counts® m anual. Living well with Parkinson's is a choice and a constant effort, but as many people in our community would say, the effort is worth the result. And an important part of living well with Parkinson's is being able to decipher fact from fiction in the...

Listen to chapter 15 , "Long-Term Care and Financial Planning , " of the newest edition of our Every Victory Counts® m anual. T his chapter will break down  the what , how, and when of long-term care and financial planning and provide you with resources so you feel confident planning for the future.     Go to https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/podcast-recording-chapter-fifteen-every-victory-counts...

Listen to chapter 14 , "General Health and Wellness , " of the newest edition of our Every Victory Counts® m anual. In this chapter you will learn  general health and wellness information to remember as you navigate your Parkinson's, such as the importance of regular dental, vision, and skin screenings. It also explains how Parkinson's may impact your vision, oral health, and skin, and how to ensu...

Listen to chapter 13 , "Social Connections, Relationships, and Community , " of the newest edition of our Every Victory Counts® m anual. In this chapter you will discover how social connections, relationships, and community can be just as important as the medications you take,  as well as how to nurture those relationships while managing the complexities of Parkinson's.     Go to https://davisphin...

Listen to chapter 12 , "Emotional Health , " of the newest edition of our Every Victory Counts® m anual. This chapter discusses the mind-body connection, how to improve your emotional health through volunteerism, mindfulness, and connection, and other strategies to manage your emotional health and  overall well-being.     Go to https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/podcast-recording-chapter-twelve-ev...

Listen to chapter 11 , "Nutrition , " of the newest edition of our Every Victory Counts® m anual. This chapter will teach you what you need to know about nutrition and Parkinson's, as well as provide  you tools to decide which nutritional choices are best for you.      Go to https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/podcast-recording-chapter-eleven-every-victory-counts-manual for related resources and to...

Listen to chapter 10 , "Complementary Therapies , " of the newest edition of our Every Victory Counts® m anual. Living well with Parkinson's requires a multi-dimensional approach, and while conventional medicine for the symptoms of Parkinson's has come a long way, there are now more options than ever to live well with Parkinson's. In this chapter, learn about many of the complementary therapies av...

Listen to chapter nine, "Exercise , " of the newest edition of our Every Victory Counts® m anual. This chapter will review the importance of exercise in Parkinson's, the type and intensity of exercise that might work for you, and how to create and stick to an exercise routine.     Go to https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/podcast-recording-chapter-nine-every-counts-manual for related resources and...