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Newly diagnosed with Parkinson
I’m newly diagnosed with Parkinson, and waiting to get accepted by Mayo Clinic for a second opinion. I am a current heart patient at Mayo’s so hoping they will accept me. Has anyone else been accepted by Mayo? I am having tremors in right hand, I was not told locally what stage it is. The doctor wanted to start medication, but I wanted a second opinion first. I’m 75 year old female. I have been having some deep tissue messages that I have found helpful. I had a brain and neck MRI done locally. Thanks for any help you might have.
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@oronogo
I started the meds because my gait/balance problems were beginning to cause falls (or near-falls). i wanted to avoid breaking a bone (I have bone loss problems as well) so I thought the PD meds were in my best interest. My symptoms showed immediate improvement. After I started the PD meds, I told my neurologist that it was like there was a new connection between my brain and my lower extremities - a great improvement!
Taking meds is certainly an individualized decision, though. Have you considered Physical Therapy?
Will you keep in touch and let us know how you are doing?
Wishing you well!
Teresa
Hi, @oronogo -- just wanted to see how you were doing with the Parkinson's and the hand tremor you were experiencing?
@lsdemspey, thinking of you, as well. Are you still doing all your exercises? Have you gone on medication for your PD, or are you still holding off at this point?
Yesterday I had an over and hour appt with my PC. She is the BEST. All my doctors are in the Texas Medical School system. I chose this because of my RA. I wanted someone who UNDERSTANDS the symptoms and refers me to the appropriate doctor for further treatment. I recently noticed I had a tremor in my hands ad in particular my left hand. She said it could be my Blood Pressure Pill which the Caritologist reduced because my BP was so low all the time. She asked me to increase the pill to original dose. Has anyone ever been told their tremors are from a drug you are taking? I was happy that it was so simple as my friend had Parkinson and it eventually, cause his brain to function less than 100 %.
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1 ReactionI 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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1 ReactionWalking is a miracle drug
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2 ReactionsHello @oronogo
It has been awhile since you last posted. How are you managing the PD symptoms? Have you started any meds yet?
I would enjoy hearing from you.
Teresa
Hello Teresa
I’m sorry it’s been so long to get back with you. I did get accepted into Mayo in April I seen a movement neurologist. I only have a tremor in my right hand, he said they Don’t like to DX PD with one system. He didn’t start any meds, and said he was willing to work with dr at home. He said exercise walk keep moving and come back in a year. So I’m taking it one day at a time.
Jane
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1 Reaction@oronogo Hello Jane
It is so good to hear from you. Yes, exercise is great for PD (no matter what stage of PD you are at). Tai-Chi, walking, PD Dance, Pedaling for Parkinson's are all good. YMCAs often have the Pedaling programs. While I've never went to a pedaling class before, one of our members, @mariemarie, has attended many and perhaps she will post about her progress.
PD Dance is my personal favorite because of the music and group class. You can almost forget you are exercising - which is nice.
I hope that all continues to go well for you. I would enjoy hearing about your progress from time to time. Will you continue to post?
Teresa
I will check with my Y but I live in a rural area and have not found any Parkinson group yet. I will keep you posted.
Jane
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1 ReactionJane, pedaling for Parkinson is great. I attend 3 days a week. Bike 45 to 60 minutes a session with 15 minutes of strength training. I currently pedal 7.5 miles in 40 minutes. I did try boxing Rock Steady but did not care for it; however, the fitness center where i attend pedaling started Rock Steady . Tried it again and really like it. So i box one day a week also. I feel 100 percent better than i did a year ago. I'm on the neupro patch for medication. No side effects.
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