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Someone Suggested Using A Chiro Practer To Help With My Posture. Has Anybody Tried This Routr?
I go to chiro. Everywhere. We have a tendency to slouch forward. Thus skeletal and muscles are affected but don't forget we have nerve endings in those muscles if our muscles stay tight in willā¦ read more
DBS Generator Replacement
I recently had my generator for my DBS replaced (last Fri). I'm healing up fine from the surgery and have my post-op programing at the end of the month, my pre-op programs have already been put into the new generator. I've been having episodes of tremors that come on suddenly, last for about 5 minutes than end as abruptly as they started. The tremors are in my right(dominant) hand and are as severe as pre-DBS. Could this be an issue with the new batter? Anyone else with DBS who has goneā¦ read more
I am unfamiliar with DBS generator. My guy has DBS and had his battery changed. Is that the same?
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What Is The Golden Rule - That Is "Remember The Golden Rule". These Words Are Faded Watercharacters On The Input Box.
Should I know it ? Is it obvious ? I am becoming very forgetful and do not remember this one. I am new to this site and haven't seen it all yet.
Thank to all of you for the reminder to be kind and accepting. It is an age old rule often forgotten, sadly. But we know we became part of this community to show support and care to each other andā¦ read more
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For the caregivers or spouse .
Does anyone else with PD curse in the night?
My husband is in a fight with ?. The f word comes out like 3-5 times. .
And last night he was kinda laughing then said f u.
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No harm just kinda strange he never spoke in his sleep before
I have sleep problems rx to get to sleep then wake in an hour or so š
Has Anyone Ever Went To A Chiropracter To Improve Rigidity?
I was thinking the same thing as I have a pinched nerve in my neck since Thanksgiving š. And yes stress is a killer!! Usually whatever really stressful situation I'm in, I always think I am inā¦ read more
Is Anyone Taking B12 Vitamins? Do I Need To See My Dr. Before Taking It? What Dose,2000mcg 1000mcg? And How Many Times A Day.
JeanneRuggMy sister was very sick with the viral flu and to get her energy back she had to go to her doctor every day for a total of 10 days for B12 shots. When she asked what the purpose of B12 heā¦ read more
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) What Are The Risks?
My husband was tested to see if he was a candidate for DBS and the results showed that he had memory loss, and I think this could be further impaired by DBS. His walking is so impaired that Iā¦ read more
Earlier This Month I Read An Internet Pitch Regarding Stemcells. Today I Heard A Pitch From The Stemcell Co. And Asked Questions.
I am curious to know what others have done researching such treatment. Have others used stem cells? Because I also have Atrial Fibrillation, I asked how stem cells may heal my heart, also. A well known (Hollywood) personality has touted the benefits from stem cell treatment. I am not mentioning any names at the time of this posting. Skepticism is my first reaction. I know of no one who has had the treatment for Parkinsons. I have had acquaintances in the past that have had stem cellā¦ read more
I did stem cells where the Hollywood actor got his. It works for Parkinsonās, if you donāt have an underlying issue, like cancer. The company says it will work for 80% of the patients. I haveā¦ read more
Does PD Make Your Cheeks Sink In ? Do You Have This Problem ?
I had this issue now for a long time.My cheeks are sinking in.My weight is stable.I think it's because of PD ; I think it may caused the skin to sink in.l put foundation on my cheeks to hide it
So much for my 'poor man's Botox 'š¤ I figured I'd puff 'em up with cookies....darn, foiled again š£
Is There Scientific Evidence That Stem Cells Play A Part In PD Treatment?
This is what I found on the healthline.com website
How might stem cell therapy benefit Parkinsonās?
Researchers are exploring various approaches to use stem cells to treat Parkinsonās disease.
The current idea is to introduce stem cells directly into the affected areas of your brain where they can transform into brain cells. These new brain cells could then help regulate dopamine levels, which should improve the symptoms of the disease.
Itās important to note that experts believe this wouldā¦ read more
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