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• The road ahead: 2020 January 5, 2020 Here at the SoPD, we are primarily interested in disease modification for Parkinson’s. While there is a great deal of interesting research exploring the causes of the condition, novel symptomatic therapies, and other aspects of Parkinson’s, my focus is generally on the science seeking to slow, stop or reverse the condition. At the start of each year, it is a…
• Parkinson's Disease News - Editor's Picks (Archive 2016.10) November 28, 2016 Newsfeed: PD News PD Research News PD Fitness News PD Boxing News PD Web Articles PD Blogs PD Editor's Picks PD Twitter Newsfeed LA Tech’s “Rock Steady Boxing” helping people fight Parkinson’s Disease – Knoe.comKnoe.comLA Tech's 'Rock Steady Boxing' helping people fight Parkinson's DiseaseKnoe.comNeal was an ENT specialist until he got hit by the disease just a few years ago.…
• Parkinson's Disease News - Editor's Picks (Archive 2016.09) October 15, 2016 Newsfeed: PD News PD Research News PD Fitness News PD Boxing News PD Web Articles PD Blogs PD Editor's Picks PD Twitter Newsfeed ‘The Terrorist Inside My Husband’s Brain’: Robin Williams’ Widow Details His Disease – Live ScienceLive Science'The Terrorist Inside My Husband's Brain': Robin Williams' Widow Details His DiseaseLive ScienceBut Robin Williams was not diagnosed with Lewy body disease…
• Parkinson's Disease News - Editor's Picks (Archive 2016.07) September 30, 2016 Newsfeed: PD News PD Research News PD Fitness News PD Boxing News PD Web Articles PD Blogs PD Editor's Picks PD Twitter Newsfeed Pedaling for Parkinson’sThat is what it’s like living with Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, neurodegenerative disorder in which the loss of cells in various parts of the brain leaves people less able to control their…
• Boxing for Parkinson’s Disease November 10, 2020 Boxing and Parkinson’s Disease We know without a doubt that exercise is important for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD).  Various types of exercise and movement can help people improve their balance, strength, mobility, flexibility, endurance and walking ability. Studies also reveal that exercise can help improve cognition, depression, fatigue, and sleep. We have discussed exercise in previous blogs and go into great…
• Boxing for Parkinson’s Disease November 10, 2020 Boxing and Parkinson’s Disease We know without a doubt that exercise is important for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD).  Various types of exercise and movement can help people improve their balance, strength, mobility, flexibility, endurance and walking ability. Studies also reveal that exercise can help improve cognition, depression, fatigue, and sleep. We have discussed exercise in previous blogs and go into great…
• Parkinson's Disease News - Editor's Picks (Archive 2016.08) September 30, 2016 Newsfeed: PD News PD Research News PD Fitness News PD Boxing News PD Web Articles PD Blogs PD Editor's Picks PD Twitter Newsfeed Muhammad Ali’s Eldest Daughter Shares Memories of Her Dad and Hope for Those With Parkinson’s: ‘Attitude Is Everything’Maryum 'May May' Ali will speak at the 4th World Parkinson Congress in Portland, Oregon on Sept. 20 ... read…
• 2019: Year in review December 31, 2019   In this end-of-year post, we review the Parkinson’s research that caught our attention at SoPD HQ in 2019. Month-by-month we will briefly discuss some of the major pieces of research/announcements that have defined the year and advanced our understanding of Parkinson’s. The list is based on nothing more than the author’s personal opinion – apologies to any researchers who…
• Center of Excellence Series: The Fresco Institute at NYU Langone Medical Center’s Social Work for Parkinson’s Program June 29, 2017 “The experience of living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) is unique to each individual. We really strive to listen to our patients, caregivers, families, providers and the community in creating an all-encompassing supportive services program that helps people to adapt and live well with Parkinson’s across the continuum and at all stages of the disease,” said Amy Lemen, MA, LCSW. “One…
• May 4, 2019 - Parkinson's Weekly Update May 4, 2019 Weekly Update - We start with why strength training should be a component of any exercise protocol for Parkinson's. Next, we find inspiration and life lessons from 6 individuals who challenge preconceived notions of Parkinson's Disease. In research news, after more than 10 years of study, a once promising drug candidate fizzles out; an interview with the doctor behind the spine…
• Center of Excellence Series: The Fresco Institute at NYU Langone Medical Center’s Social Work for Parkinson’s Program June 29, 2017 “The experience of living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) is unique to each individual. We really strive to listen to our patients, caregivers, families, providers and the community in creating an all-encompassing supportive services program that helps people to adapt and live well with Parkinson’s across the continuum and at all stages of the disease,” said Amy Lemen, MA, LCSW. “One…
• Part 1 of 2017 PWR! (Parkinson Wellness Recovery) Retreat: Pictures With Great Memories July 23, 2017 “Just put one foot in front of the other.”  Austin Peck “Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.”  Henry Ford Introduction to Part 1: From May 28-June 3, >100 people came to Scottsdale, Arizona for the PWR! Retreat. The final tally had >50 people-with-Parkinson’s, more than 30 care partners and ~20 physical therapists/fitness professionals,…
• Parkinson's Disease News - Editor's Picks (Archive 2016.11) March 17, 2017 Newsfeed: PD News PD Research News PD Fitness News PD Boxing News PD Web Articles PD Blogs PD Editor's Picks PD Twitter Newsfeed Neurons Paralyze Us During REM SleepIt will also be most useful in the study of Parkinson’s disease, since these pathologies are related. This work was published on December 12, 2016 on the website of the journal Brain.…
• 4-Part Exercise Mini-Series: Core Strengthening Exercises for Parkinson’s April 8, 2019 Written by Dr. Sarah King, PT, DPT “You need to focus on your core!” This buzz word – “the core” – exploded in the late 80s (anyone remember the Abdominizer?) and infomercials have taken the term and run with it, making billions of dollars in the process. Contrary to popular belief, and to the detriment of ab products everywhere, you…
• Milestones in Parkinson’s Disease Research and Discovery April 11, 2017 “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” Marcel Proust “The process of scientific discovery is, in effect, a continual flight from wonder.” Albert Einstein Preface:  Happy birthday to James Parkinson (neurologist, geologist, scientist, activist),  born April 11, 1755 and died December 21, 1824.  World Parkinson’s Day April 11, 2017. Introduction to…
• I have Parkinson’s and am experiencing X. Who should I see? February 10, 2020 We receive emails every day from people wondering who they should see for a wide variety of issues that often go hand-in-hand with Parkinson’s. Since it comes up often enough, we decided to create a guide that answers exactly that.    To put this piece together, we gathered up the 15 most frequently asked questions we’ve received from our community members…
• May 19, 2019 - Parkinson's Weekly Update May 19, 2019 Weekly Update - Highlights include: On-line Parkinson’s Exercise programs; another clinical trial treatment can't beat the placebo; feral pigs vs. placebo; dancing with your dog; Parkinson’s choruses sing for their supper; What I Wish I Knew, But Am Glad I Didn’t Know (When I Was Diagnosed With Parkinson’s); and more
• You’ve Been Diagnosed with Parkinson’s, Now What? February 20, 2018 Written by Tom Sheppard and Lauren Simmons If you’ve received a diagnosis of Parkinson’s, you may be feeling overwhelmed, devastated, angry, confused or all of the above. We felt the same way when we heard our doctors say, “You have Parkinson’s.” You wake up one day thinking about your grand plans for the future, and the next you realize your…
• Monthly research review: February 2020 February 29, 2020   At the end of each month the SoPD writes a post which provides an overview of some of the major pieces of Parkinson’s-related research that were made available during February 2020. The post is divided into seven parts based on the type of research: Basic biology Disease mechanism Clinical research New clinical trials Clinical trial news Other news Review…
• Prevail lands on a Lilly pad December 15, 2020 # # # # 2020 has been a dreadful year for most of the world – burdened by the outbreak and consequences of COVID-19. Despite this, there has been a steady stream of biotech acquisitions related to Parkinson’s which have helped to keep morale high in the PD research community. In October alone, we saw the Portuguese pharmaceutical company Bial…
• Core Strengthening Exercises for Parkinson’s Disease – Part 3 of 4 April 10, 2019 Written by Dr. Sarah King, PT, DPT You’re halfway through our Parkinson’s Core Strength Exercise Mini-Series! We’ve used the last two days to practice building flexibility and deep core strength. Today, the focus is on learning how to build strength in your abdominal, lumbar, and hip muscles. CORE STRENGTHENING EXERCISES FOR PARKINSON’S – PART 3 OF 4 Day 3 Focus: Abdominal, Lumbar…
• 2020: Year in Review January 1, 2021 # # # # In this end-of-year post, we review the Parkinson’s research that caught our attention at SoPD HQ in 2020. Month-by-month we will briefly discuss some of the major pieces of research/ announcements that have defined the year and advanced our understanding of Parkinson’s. The list is based on nothing more than the author’s personal opinion – apologies…