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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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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...
Colleen Bridges
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...
Colleen Bridges
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...
Colleen Bridges
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...
Colleen Bridges
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,...
Colleen Bridges
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...
Colleen Bridges
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....
Colleen Bridges
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
Call On The Fighter 2024 Challenge!
Together we can make it the best year yet fighting Parkinson’s Greeting Fighters and Care-partners! After a snowy start to 2024, I think...
Colleen Bridges
Feb 2, 20243 min read
Recover Your Handwriting Retrain Your Brain
“I would like to write a thank you note, or sign a card or check legibly but can’t” “I gave up writing years ago” “I can’t even read my...
Colleen Bridges
Jan 30, 20244 min read
How can the Visual System in Persons with Parkinson’s (PD) be affected?
Written by: Megan Kelley, PT, DPT (LSVT Big and Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery Certified Physical Therapist) How can the Visual System in...
Megan Kelley
Jan 30, 20242 min read
Seeing Eye to Eye with Parkinson’s Disease
Guest Contributor: Dr. Jamie Ho, OD, FAAO, FCOVD Visual deficits can appear in patients with Parkinson’s. These physical and functional...
Dr. Jamie Ho
Jan 17, 20243 min read
Celebrating YOU
Happy New Year! Bridges For Parkinson’s is so thankful for the opportunity to have worked with you throughout 2023! “Fighting back” was...
Colleen Bridges
Jan 1, 202415 min read
Punching Out Parkinson’s!
Written By: Colleen Bridges, M. Ed, NSCA-CPT, Parkinson’s Fitness Specialist and owner/head coach of Bridges For Parkinson’s and Rock...
Colleen Bridges
Dec 2, 20233 min read
Bone Health Series: “Bone Related Issues- Camptocormia”
Written by: Colleen Bridges , M.Ed., NSCA-CPT, Parkinson’s disease fitness specialist, Renee Rouleau - PhD candidate, Jacobs School of...
Colleen Bridges
Oct 3, 20237 min read
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