Blogs
Spine Cord Stimulator Journey… By Dr. George Ackerman
My journey after 4 back surgeries and every procedure available…. Now the Spine cord Stimulator- Failed but not because of
What I have learned from decades of pain and dystonia By Tom Seaman
What I have learned from decades of pain and dystonia By Tom Seaman As I reflect on my 24
Spinal Cord Stimulator: Saving Grace or to be Continued? By Dr. George Ackerman
My fear that the pain will continue for decades to come…. After four failed back surgery attempts, I am
Policing and Parkinson’s Disease: Encounters, Training, and the Need for Awareness- Available Now!
Dedicated to the entire law enforcement community and Parkinson’s community because we are in this fight together for awareness and hope for
How does MR-guided Focused Ultrasound treat tremors? By Bobby Krause
How does MR-guided Focused Ultrasound treat tremors? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) aids surgeons by providing high-resolution images that offer precise
Creating Mindful Movement Classes for People with Parkinson’s Disease
August 15-17, 2025, at Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY. Join Char Grossman and her team members for an unforgettable
My PD Journey…. By Jorge Lopez
I was once someone who took stability for granted. At 54, life had etched its lessons into my face—each line
Women & Parkinson 2025: A Day of Connection, Strength, and Relaxation
On May 23, 2025, it’s happening again: the Women & Parkinson Event! A special day for women with Parkinson’s, centered
Helping Children to Understand Parkinson’s By Michelle Lane
When I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2000, I first thought of my three children and of how my diagnosis
Winning Over Parkinson’s: A Path to Strength, Hope, and Expert Insights Are You or a Loved One Affected by Parkinson’s?
Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be challenging, but access to the right knowledge and expert guidance can empower patients,
Moving On… By Esther Labib-Kiyarash
Today marks 2 years since my diagnosis with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease. Last year I spent the day reflecting, looking
For Most of My Adult Life. By Jennifer Crowder
Not every day is great at Rock Steady, which is a big reason why I love the program. Every day
The Dangers of Medical Gas Lighting By Dawn Howard
An individual will seek care in an emergency department, to get immediate relief from what is ailing them. Why does
Entanglement of my Parkinson’s Medications By Tincy Binu
Living and working with Parkinson’s is a mission. A mission to overcome the challenges and stumbling blocks on the way,
NeuroBallet for Parkinson’s By Gaia Forlani
(Powered by the Parkinson Performance Centre) NeuroBallet is a groundbreaking method combining ballet, neuroscience and athletic conditioning. A special program
Will the sky clear up… By Wendy van Wijk-Lugthart
Will the sky clear up and the sun shine brightly? By Wendy van Wijk-Lugthart (Wendy’s Parkinson Journey) – February 18,
Music Therapy and PD By Alexis Baker, MT-BC, CDP
“Music’s ability to heal, to provide a brighter day, to promote physical and mental health, knows no boundaries of language
Michael and Rebecca’s Journey…. Together.
Michael and Rebecca Whelan met in the summer of 1969, a time when bell-bottoms were all the rage, and the air was
“A Story of Hope: back to a future without Parkinson’s disease” by Germán Schmidl
The “Back to the Future” trilogy, directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Michael J. Fox, is one of the most
Public Figures, Celebrities and PD Warriors Diagnosed with PD
By Sharon’s Son, George Videos & Messages from many battling PD, Caregivers and Advocates https://www.togetherforsharon.com/pd-warriors-celebrities/ Sports Athletes Muhammad
David Sangster. Age of diagnosis: 29. Year diagnosed: 2011. DBS in 2019.
I work for Parkinson’s UK (PT) and I retired from my career as a College Tutor a couple of years
Finding balance: Living a fulfilled life with Parkinson’s Disease. By Traci Aday
Finding balance: Living a fulfilled life with Parkinson’s Disease. By Traci Aday A Parkinson’s diagnosis can be very overwhelming.
The Heartbreak and Motivation Behind Parkinson’s Advocacy by Erika Ganong
The Heartbreak and Motivation Behind Parkinson’s Advocacy By: Erika Ganong, Vice President, National Parkinsons Institute My journey with Parkinson’s advocacy
A Beautiful Noise, the Musical -Neil Diamond
Today we saw A Beautiful Noise the musical based on the life and music of Neil Diamond who is battling Parkinson’s
An Urgent Call to Action!
An Urgent Call to Action! By Dr George Ackerman (Sharon’s Son) There is an urgent need for PD awareness
Exercise and Parkinson’s disease By Ron Thomas
I have Parkinson’s disease (PD). I do not let it run my life. I will fight it, and I will
Repetition: The Neurological Secret Sauce. By Stan A. Goldberg Ph.D
Repetition: The Neurological Secret Sauce: We think of repetition as boring. Yet it is crucial for mastering everything. By Stan
Parkinson’s is not a Four-Letter Word By, Margaret Preston
Parkinson’s is not a Four-Letter Word By, Margaret Preston, Power Over Parkinson’s “Parkinson’s” is a word we say every
My Experience with the MRI/Focused Ultrasound By Steve Squires
In 2000, I was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD). What brought all of this on was I was
Re-Illustrating the 5 Stages of Parkinson’s with Women
Illustrator Barbara Salsberg Mathews, diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2020, is remaking the stereotype image of the old white man going through
Sports: Bowling and Parkinson’s Disease
Sports: Bowling and Parkinson’s Disease When we think of sports many times, bowling may not be the first at
The Tackling Tough Topics BLOG 12C: The TikTok Ban & PD Awareness is not Political!
Sharon’s son, George 1/1/2020……. I lost my mother, Sharon, due to Parkinson’s disease. I wanted to share my thoughts and
The National Plan to End Parkinson’s Disease. Tracking the beginning, when it became Law and the future!
The National Plan to End Parkinson’s Disease. Tracking the beginning, when it became Law and the future! Q & A