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050 Reverse Mic

So, listeners, we made it to the 50th episode of The Parkinson’s Experience podcast. Wow. I am absolutely thrilled to have made it this far and am encouraged that we will still be talking about our Parkinson’s experiences on this podcast for years to come. Of course, I couldn’t have done this without your support […]

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049 Physical Therapy

This is the first of our three-part series on the rehab therapies – physical, occupational and speech. All three of these therapies are extremely important throughout our journey with Parkinson’s disease. Most people with Parkinson’s will end up interacting with all three and the trained professionals in each discipline. Up first, physical therapy or PT.

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048 Cannabis Explained

Someone suggested the title of this episode be “potcast” which would have been cute. However, this is a serious topic so we resisted the urge to be cute on this one. This is not an endorsement of a therapy for Parkinson’s (you should always speak with your doctor before taking any medication). Rather it is

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044 Why Boxing

Why is boxing one of the exercises recommended for People with Parkinson’s? The list of benefits from this fun fitness activity is long and includes a link to cognition, stretching, balance and strength.  It’s the whole package. Learn more as you listen to the owner and head trainer of Pound Gym. https://poundgyms.com/  Also, 17 Branches

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