by Bill Wild | Oct 3, 2016 | Mi Casa
Stairs and steps are dangerous for those who have Parkinson’s as even small steps can be treacherous. These are a few modifications to consider like the installation of handrails to both sides of the stair way, if not rails on both side if not at minimum a hand rail...
by Bill Wild | Oct 3, 2016 | Life Happens
Travelling by car allows you to set your own pace and make an itinerary that fits your needs and abilities. However car travel can mean long days of sitting while driving. It is recommended that you stop every hour or two, take a 10 minute walk and stretch. If it is...
by Bill Wild | Oct 3, 2016 | Life Happens
Definitely one of the pleasures with regards to everyday living is to be able to go out dining together with loved ones, family members or friends. With Parkinson’s these types of enjoyable occasions can certainly be a pleasurable event if planned. Conversely going...
by Bill Wild | Oct 3, 2016 | Falls
It is very common for adult children, relatives and friends not to grasp the many common risks for the elderly and those with Parkinson’s. We have talked about vision being a factor increasing the risk of falling. We also discussed a feisty independence, so how would...
by Bill Wild | Oct 3, 2016 | Falls
Falls are a reality of Parkinson’s disease and the majority of individuals who have Parkinson’s disease fall and most have repeated falls. Approximately 55% of people with Parkinson’s disease will suffer a minimum of one fall in a two year period. Connected with...
