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Newly diagnosed with Parkinson
Parkinson's Disease | Last Active: Aug 30, 2018 | Replies (52)Comment receiving replies
I was DX with PD August 2017 by local neurologist (although I have been able to track my symptoms back for about two years). She encouraged me to get a second opinion and set an appointment with Emory. After the second opinion I decided to get a third opinion and went to Mayo in Jacksonville. Glad I did! the Doc was more thorough and explained more about PD and what I needed to do daily/weekly in terms of exercise, diet, living, routine, resources to read, etc. Exercise has been so important...do what you can daily. It really has been helping me. I am not yet on medication and trying to hold out for a while. I have purchased a fit bit and reminds me to get up and MOVE throughout the day. Welcome and good luck - this site and group has provided helpful information. Live well - everyday! Steve
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I agree with the exercise. My Exercise, (walking my dog 4 times a day), has nearly cleared up any pain I had from the RA. Either that or I am in remission. But, my Exercise is making me feel so much better. I need to get a good diet plan. I lost 5 lbs after being in hospital and it took ONE WEEK to put it back on. YIKES
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@lsdemspey Hello Steve,
I see that this is your first post on Mayo Connect, welcome!
Thank you for sharing your PD experience with us. It seems like we are all told that exercise is one of the best ways to stay on top of our PD symptoms.
Would you mind sharing any particular type of exercise that has been most helpful to you? I enjoy Tai-Chi and also a PD Dance class. Both can be done seated but they really improve range of motion and flexibility.
Here is Youtube video that has been very useful,
https://youtu.be/ZxcNBejxlzs
Teresa