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Adding to my question above regarding mobility, what about general weakness? My husband used to love playing golf, but now he is frustrated because his weakness prevents him from ever having a good game. This may seem like a small issue as he is still able to drive and get out of the house, however, he also struggles with basic tasks like opening a package or water battle-no strength. He does go to a gym and do some weight machines, but he claims nothing will ever help him regain his strength due to Parkinson’s.
Can anyone offer advice or opinions? Is he correct?
Cindy
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I know the frustrations. I can't open a water bottle so my wife does. I can't do lots of things. I try to concentrate on what I CAN do and quit looking at who I was and concentrate on who I am. I am 78 years old and I can walk so I do. I watch my diet. I study things that interest me and I walk again. Getting old is not fun. Getting old with PD is less fun. NOT DEAD YET. Be greatful to be alive. Its tough being old with PD - do you have another choice? Watch the movies you never had a chance to watch when busy. Do it while walking on a treadmill. I know I am mean and unsympathetic. Just enjoy what you have because you will still have it happy or sad. Be happy.
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Hi Cindy,
My husband is experiencing all the same issues and we would certainly be thankful for any information that would be helpful for these issues. My husband was doing Rock Steady Boxing and a Theracycle daily which was very helpful until he had Botox on his bladder and ended up with a catheter for 6 weeks and is just now starting back up with the Theracycle and hopefully RSB soon. ANY helpful suggestions would be appreciated for both of us I am sure.
Barb