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Easterncedar

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23. LSVT Big and LSVT Loud are great physical therapy programs

Sat Nov 2, 2024, 07:20 AM

Nov 2024

We found certified therapists in them at hospital-based physical therapy clinics in Portland and Augusta, Maine, which is to say the LSVT programs are well recognized and supported by the medical establishment, and are covered by medical insurance.

I found them really very very helpful.

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I was just diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. [View all] LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 OP

I have no words of wisdom, but hope displacedvermoter Nov 2024 #1

Thank you. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #17

I'm so very sorry to hear that DarthDem Nov 2024 #2

Thank you for the encouraging words and information. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #7

You are so, so, so very welcome. DarthDem Nov 2024 #38

aw fuck... markie Nov 2024 #3

Those were my exact words when the doctor gave me the news. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #15

Sorry to hear, a difficult thing to be told bucolic_frolic Nov 2024 #4

Oh, sweetie crickets Nov 2024 #5

I am so sorry to hear that jfz9580m Nov 2024 #6

Research online SheltieLover Nov 2024 #8

That's very rough; you have my sympathy. As someone who works on the forefront of drug development... NNadir Nov 2024 #9

Are you eligible for deep-brain stimulation surgery? True Dough Nov 2024 #10

60 Minutes did a great story on this. The results are miraculous. Native Nov 2024 #36

I have a colleague who found people who had cured their Parkinson's MadameButterfly Nov 2024 #11

I'll check these resources out. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #39

Not everyone is open, so it's great that you are MadameButterfly Nov 2024 #52

(((hugs))) samnsara Nov 2024 #12

Wow. Sorry for the news. 70sEraVet Nov 2024 #13

Now that's hard for anyone to hear. As NNadir said in a previous post, there is definitely hope. BComplex Nov 2024 #14

DUers are empathetic, knowledgeable and supportive. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #40

I'm so sorry. When you feel like discussing, I'd like to sinkingfeeling Nov 2024 #16

I'm pretty open about stuff like this. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #41

This is treatable and manageable with medications.... FarPoint Nov 2024 #18

This is a great time to be alive, medically. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #42

I am so sorry to hear this... Trueblue Texan Nov 2024 #19

what are Big and Loud exercises? LymphocyteLover Nov 2024 #21

LSVT Big and LSVT Loud are great physical therapy programs Easterncedar Nov 2024 #23

They are copyrighted but... Trueblue Texan Nov 3 #62

Thank you for your encouraging words. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #44

I'm so sorry. I don't know much about treatment of the disease but I hope you can get the best care possible. LymphocyteLover Nov 2024 #20

Thank you. I'm definitely getting the best care available -- my wife. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #45

Getting the diagnosis is a shock. It takes time to get oriented to the new reality. Easterncedar Nov 2024 #22

Thank you. Your words are encouraging and informative. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #46

It was amazing to hear my guy's voice after an appointment Easterncedar Nov 2024 #50

Hugs to you, my friend. HeartsCanHope Nov 2024 #24

Thank you for your kind words and suggested support resources. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2024 #47

Fight it! My local news did a story about a boxing program for Parkinsons patients. tanyev Nov 2024 #25

That really sucks Horse with no Name Nov 2024 #26

What a great list of information. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 3 #59

I'm sorry cate94 Nov 2024 #27

That sucks. Dear_Prudence Nov 2024 #28

Keep on keepin on. Hope22 Nov 2024 #29

You are doing the right thing... blue sky at night Nov 2024 #30

OMG. I am so sorry to hear this. The only thing I can say is that they are coming up with such amazing ratchiweenie Nov 2024 #31

Just hugs, prayers, positive thoughts, and love. a kennedy Nov 2024 #32

I am so sorry to hear this. Still, be hopeful. jrthin Nov 2024 #33

I'm so sorry XanaDUer2 Nov 2024 #34

I'm so so sorry. I wish the best for you. I have MS and I empathize with you. I have been taking NAC as a supplement LiberalLoner Nov 2024 #35

I know someone with PD Lulu KC Nov 2024 #37

NAC is fantastic. It has saved me from bronchitis and covid. Clouds Passing Nov 2024 #49

Sorry to hear this diagnosis leighbythesea2 Nov 2024 #43

Exercise, especially tai chi for balance, yoga, mix it up, stay with it daily. Clouds Passing Nov 2024 #48

Godspeed Groundhawg Nov 2024 #51

I'm so sorry kimbutgar Nov 2024 #53

So much study and research going into this disease. SleeplessinSoCal Nov 2024 #54

Science is my friend. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 3 #60

That is a tough diagnosis to get. I wish you strength for your journey. LoisB Nov 2024 #55

Big hug to ya. Eko Nov 2024 #56

My Dad has lived with it for 20 years AwakeAtLast Nov 2024 #57

Your Dad is an inspiration. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 3 #61

Well.....crap Bayard Nov 2024 #58