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Articles on Parkinson's Disease & Symptom Management
Our collection of resources features in-depth articles on Parkinson’s Disease designed to inform, inspire, and empower those living with the condition, along with their families, caregivers, and supporters.
From recent research to practical tips for daily living, our Parkinson’s Disease articles cover a wide range of topics, including symptom management, exercise benefits and nutrition guidance. These articles offer valuable insights to help you navigate your journey with confidence.
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February: Speech and Swallowing
February: Speech and Swallowing Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTD, OTR/L Dopamine’s Role Dopamine is a significant neurotransmitter, meaning it...
Dr. Caitlin Bender
Jan 303 min read
Nutrition 101 for Parkinson's
Written By: Renee Rouleau- B.S., PhD student, Jacobs School of Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo Nutrition is this year’s theme...
Colleen Bridges
Jan 243 min read
January 2025: Nutrition 101
Written by: Colleen Bridges - M. Ed, NSCA-CPT; Renee Rouleau - B.S., PhD student, Jacobs School of Biomedical Sciences, University at...
Colleen Bridges
Jan 113 min read
January 2025: Vision
Written by: Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTD, OTR/L Dopamine’s Role As humans, vision is our dominant sense, with research suggesting that up...
Colleen Bridges
Jan 104 min read
December: Cognition
Written by: Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTD, OTR/L Dopamine’s Role It is now recognized that Parkinson’s Disease is defined by more than its...
Dr. Caitlin Bender
Nov 22, 20243 min read
November: Nutrition
Written by: Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTD, OTR/L A healthy diet is critical for everyone, but with Parkinson’s Disease, extra focus should...
Dr. Caitlin Bender
Oct 25, 20243 min read
October: Fall Prevention
Written by: Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTD, OTR/L Each year around 60% of people with Parkinson’s Disease experience a fall. This can range...
Dr. Caitlin Bender
Oct 3, 20244 min read
August: Fine Motor
Written by: Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTR/L with additional credit to Caylin Dean and Kelly Struthers (OTR/L) Dopamine’s Role Fine motor...
Dr. Caitlin Bender
Aug 2, 20246 min read
July: Traveling
Written by: Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTR/L For most people, traveling can bring at least a few minor frustrations; planning, security...
Dr. Caitlin Bender
Jul 13, 20244 min read
“Working Together: Laurie and Theresa and What Came To Be”
Written By: Theresa Kuhn, Retired LMT, Register Yoga Instructor, Parkinson’s Fitness Specialist, Functional Aging Specialist Living with...
Theresa Kuhn
Jun 28, 20243 min read
The Bridges For Parkinson's Exercise Prescription
Written By: Colleen Bridges, M. Ed., NSCA-CPT, Parkinson’s Fitness Specialist Dear Fighters and Care-partners, Let me start out by...
Colleen Bridges
Jun 8, 20247 min read
June: Sleep and Rest
Written By: Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTR/L Dopamine’s Role Nearly a third of our lifetime is spent asleep, and during this critical window...
Dr. Caitlin Bender
Jun 6, 20245 min read
May Series: Mental Health Awareness Month- Psychiatric Issues
Written By: Renee Rouleau, B.S., PhD student at the Jacobs School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Buffalo Mental health issues,...
Colleen Bridges
May 20, 20246 min read
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Your mental health matters! Part II
Written by: Pam Monjar, LPC-MHSP, NCC, CGP In this Part 2 of a four-part series. We examine Parkinson’s through the lens of grief. As a...
Pam Monjar
May 14, 20242 min read
May: Mental Health Awareness
Written By: Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTR/L Dopamine’s Role Parkinson’s Disease is a movement disorder characterized by tremor, rigidity,...
Dr. Caitlin Bender
May 9, 20244 min read
May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Your Mental Health Matters!
Written by: Pam Monjar, LPC-MHSP, NCC, CGP In this four-part series, we will examine Parkinson’s through the lens of grief. As a grief...
Pam Monjar
May 1, 20242 min read
Feet: "Takes More Than A Leg To Stand On" Part II
Written by: Colleen Bridges, M. Ed., NSCA-CPT, Parkinson’s Fitness Specialist Cindy Nyquist, LPTA, ATC, Rock Steady Boxing Certified...
Colleen Bridges
Apr 24, 20243 min read
Feet- “ It Takes More Than A Leg To Stand On!”
Written by: Colleen Bridges, M. Ed., NSCA-CPT, Parkinson’s Fitness Specialist Dr. Caitlin Bender, OTR/L, Betsy Lerner, MA , Parkinson’s...
Colleen Bridges
Apr 13, 20246 min read
April: Freezing of Gait
Written by: Dr. Caitlin A. Bender, OTR/L Dopamine’s Role In a healthy person, the primary automatic mode of motor control is intact....
Dr. Caitlin Bender
Apr 6, 20246 min read
Meet Colleen Bridges
The conversation below was an interview for BOLD JOURNEY. Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Colleen Bridges....
Colleen Bridges
Mar 10, 20246 min read
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