Parkinson’s Is Punching Back and Teaching Me a Few Lessons
Do the people around you notice your Parkinson’s progression? Do you? It can look different for everyone. My progression…
Articles by Lori DePorter
Getting to the Bottom of My Curling Toes and Dancing Feet
What is happening to my toes and feet? While I love to dance, and while it’s been a theme in…
We All Have the Potential to Be Parkinson’s Disease Heroes
Growing up, many of us considered our heroes to be Mom, Dad, or anyone who wore a nifty cape. Now,…
Learning Is a Lifelong Process; Make Sure You Keep It Going
Parkinson’s disease changes many aspects of life, but it doesn’t control everything. Knowledge is power. If you have Parkinson’s,…
I Discovered a New Parkinson’s Workout, Thanks to a Pesky Little Bug
If you get creative, anything can be a workout — even dealing with bugs. Mixing things up keeps exercise fresh…
Leaving a Research Study Can Be Hard, but Still Helpful
Research studies and clinical trials are crucial for the development of new treatment options for Parkinson’s disease,…
A Difficult Dilemma: Decluttering and Downsizing With Parkinson’s
Decluttering and downsizing are often associated with simplifying, in line with the concept “less is more.” Both may be necessary…
Zebrafish Research Offers an Exciting Window Into Parkinson’s Disease
In May 2020, Parkinson’s News Today‘s Joana Carvalho wrote about a study published in the journal eLife. The study…
Redefining Victory Moments as My Parkinson’s Progresses
Living with Parkinson’s disease can feel like an insurmountable challenge. As we strive to maintain our mobility and preserve…
Visualizing Parkinson’s: A Conversation With Artist Jonny Acheson, MD
I recalled the popular adage that “a picture is worth a thousand words” when a Parkinson Secrets blog post…