Parkinson's Empowerment
In this podcast we hope to help to help people living with Parkinson disease remain active and maintain/maximize independence by listening to others share their Parkinson's journey, hearing from clinicians and specialists, and keeping up to date with the latest research and resources.
Episodes
22 episodes
A Journey Through Lewy Body Dementia with Brooke and Rafael
Join our conversation with Brooke and Rafael as they recount their journey from the first signs of dementia to finding the right medical care. Their story is a testament to the power of early intervention and the importance of understandi...
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14:13
Exercise as Medicine - Janet Kearns' Approach to Conquering Parkinson's
When Janet Kearns first faced the reality of Parkinson's, it wasn't just a diagnosis—it was a shadow of her mother's own struggle with the same disease. On the Parkinson's Empowerment Podcast, Janet's profound story unfolds, revealing how denia...
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22:59
Val's update 1 year later -Her Knockout Approach to Living with Parkinson's (She is Still Taking her Meds on Time )
Val Muse is back, and her story is nothing short of empowering. When we last spoke with her, Val was navigating the early stages of Parkinson's disease, harnessing the power of the LSVT Big physical therapy program to manage her symptoms. Fast ...
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16:00
Transforming Lives with Parkinson's: The Power of Urban Polling's Activator Poles
Ever wondered how a tool as simple as walking poles could transform the lives of those battling Parkinson's disease? Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation with Joy Cochran, a clinical evidence specialist for urban polling. Discover th...
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Season 3
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27:32
How StrivePD is Changing the Game in Parkinson's Treatment
You've heard of smartwatches tracking your steps, but what about tracking Parkinson's symptoms? That's the reality with StrivePD, an incredible app developed by the team at Rune Labs. In a unique conversation, Brianna unveils how this free app,...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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20:30
Navigating Swallowing Difficulties in Parkinson's with Brittany Peck, SLP, of BPeck Speech and Swallowing
Join us on a fascinating journey with Speech Language Pathologist, Brittany Peck, as we unravel the complexities of swallowing and what people with Parkinson's may be experiencing. Brittany's expertise illuminates how the reduction...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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20:55
Constipation and Parkinson's with Dr. Stuart Gillim
On today's podcast Dr. Gillum and I discuss the gut brain connection and Parkinson's, constipation and the steps you can take to ameliorate your symptoms and the connection between diabetes and Parkinson disease. Dr. Gillim ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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24:58
Val talks about taking her meds on time. What a difference!
Val had heard about boxing and Parkinson's and had been meaning to look into the program. She saw the Rock Steady Boxing Victor Magnet on a car at one of her medical appointments, and knew it was a sign. She took a picture of it and gave ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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13:05
Open Enrollment, Insurance information for everyone and things to consider when you have Parkinson Disease. Valerie Hall of Valerie's Medicare Corner is full of great information.
Valerie Hall, a Medicare Advisor, has some great information on things to consider with open enrollment. Valerie's Medicare Corner (585)490-9491vhall052@gmail.comThere is great information in this podcast for people with and w...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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32:37
Ivana gives us an update after participating in a couple months of Parkinson specific exercise classes.
See what has changed for Ivana since completing high frequency physical therapy and beginning PD exercise classes at Safe at Home Physical Therapy.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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5:03
Veteran Terry Martin Joins Us Today. We talk about how boxing helps people with PD.
Boxing exercises include training for agility, speed, reaction time, endurance, focus, hand-eye coordination, footwork and strength. Exercise to help slow progression and reduce symptoms must push the participants beyond what they perceiv...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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16:22
Ivana Graduated from LSVT BIG with flying colors. She talks about the relief and benefit of letting people know she had Parkinson's instead of hiding the diagnosis.
Ivana, a retired kindergarten /4th grade teacher, and I talk about the improvements she saw in her balance and posture and overall mobility soon after starting the LSVT BIG program. She talks about her Urban Poling Stability poles and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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24:44
Boxer, Baker and Pizza Maker...Some of John's past and current talents. He shares his PD story.
After being diagnosed 6 years ago, John shares what he is doing now to reduce the symptoms and progression of Parkinson disease, getting over the anger of having Parkinson's and how joining a group exercise class has helped him. We talk a...
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Episode 10
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18:17
From High School Teacher, Photographer, singer, and Realtor to Mayor of Scottsville, NY, Jack of All Trades Jerry Warren shares his Parkinson's story.
Jerry brings up the effect of PD on care partners, importance of exercise and support for them as well as for people with PD. Getting back to guitar and singing - practice, practice , practice. We talk about him sticking with ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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18:00
Vietnam Vet Robert Haggett Joined Us Today to Talk About His Parkinson's.
Thank you for your service Bob!We talk about what led to his diagnosis, services he receives from the VA, Walkers, why he thinks Parkinson's Disease is not the worst to be diagnosed with, and his busy lifestyle.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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21:30
From anxiety to bed sheets?!!! Ron Knight shares his struggles and PD Journey.
Diagnosed ~ 7 years ago after observations made at a board meeting, Ron talks about his current struggles and what has helped him. He brought his list and we go through it all.From anxiety to bed sheets?!!! You definitely want ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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21:25
Hear from Suzanne Johnston, Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) about how SLP's can help people with Parkinson's. We talk about Facial expression, cognition, posture, breathing, swallowing, eating out and the balancing act of Meds as well as why you shoul
Suzanne, Owner of Speech and Communication Services in Brighton, NY talks about how speech therapists can help people with Parkinson's. She is a certified Speak Out therapist. We talk about Facial expression, cognition, posture, br...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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18:28
Nancy Nealon, LMSW Community Program Manager Parkinson’s Foundation New York New Jersey Shares a Plethora of Information!
Nancy Nealon, LMSW Community Program Manager Parkinson's Foundation NY NJ, shares so many resources provided through the Parkinson's Foundation. If you have PD, are a caregiver or know someone with PD you will want to listen to this one!&...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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22:43
Dr. Steve Mooney talks about his diagnosis in 2014, his current status, his golf game and travel plans.
Dr. Mooney, (AKA DOC or is it ACE ?) talks about his initial symptoms, meds, current symptoms, how he IMPROVED his golf game, and his current travel plans.
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Episode 4
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16:04
Marilyn diagnosed >20 years ago talks about what led to her diagnosis. Still hiking, boxing and walking in the woods with her labs.
Marilyn, diagnosed more than 20 years ago talks about what led to her diagnosis of Parkinson Disease. She enjoys hiking, boxing, attends sporting events and has an amazing blame no one, expect nothing philosophy. Listen to her advice to people ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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14:32
Chuck, a runner, guitar player and teacher. tells us what led to his diagnosis of Parkinson Disease and how he found that exercise high again.
Chuck, a runner, guitar player and teacher. tells us what led to his diagnosis of Parkinson Disease and how he found that exercise high again. The book we reference in this podcast is Ending Parkinson's Disease: A Prescription for Action ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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