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Debbie Lucchesi posted an update 3 months, 1 week ago
Just wanted to tell people about a couple things. Strive PD is a really great website. That will give you an Apple Watch for you to wear and track all your symptoms pills at Cetera, and if your doctor is connected, he or she will have all that information. also if you’re into fitness you may wanna find on the Parkinson’s Foundation website rev…[Read more]
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Debbie Lucchesi replied to the topic Are you able to sleep through the night? in the forum Parkinson's Disease Symptoms 11 months, 3 weeks ago
I was having lots of nightmares and acting out in my sleep. I even hit my husband and fractured a small hip bone because of the force of my kicks. Thank god most have gone away, I take CBD and Thc for sleep along with melatonin and it’s working. No after effect and wake up at 5:30 to start my day and no groggy feeling.
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Debbie Lucchesi replied to the topic Are you interested in sharing your story? in the forum Living With Parkinson's Disease 1 year ago
Yes I am interested … diagnosed 8 years ago. Luckily I am a personal trainer and cycle instructor so exercise has been so helpful. I am very involved with the Parkinson’s Foundation. Would be happy to share my story
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Debbie Lucchesi replied to the topic What's the most effective exercise routine for PD? in the forum Parkinson's Disease and exercise 1 year, 1 month ago
I am a personal trainer and have had PD for 8 years . I have done extensive research and for myself and some of my clients that have the disease , spin classes and strength training have been extremely beneficial in minimizing some of the symptoms. My balance is great because my core and legs are strong . I teach spin classes and the cardio for…[Read more]
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Debbie Lucchesi replied to the topic Advice for newly diagnosed folks in the forum Diagnosis Information and General Questions 1 year, 5 months ago
Exercise and biking. I am a personal trainer and truly believe my symptoms are not as bad because I have been active for over 25 years. There are also articles about the importance with a cycle bike and classes called Pedaling for Parkinsons. I teach a Facebook video live class every Wednesday at 8:15 am PST . It definitely is much more int…[Read more]
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Debbie Lucchesi replied to the topic Do you take melatonin for sleep disturbances? in the forum Parkinson's Disease Medications 1 year, 5 months ago
I also act out hitting and punching ( poor husband). My doctor recommended melatonin and I take 2 mg with 1 mg CBD and 5 mg THC and 1 mg CBN tablet . It is helping
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Debbie Lucchesi became a registered member 1 year, 6 months ago