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Part 2: Warm-up Technique To Treat Parkinson’s Painful Stiff Hands

Posted on October 1, 2022October 1, 2022 by Landtiser

I was asked to go into more detail about the hand warming technique I shared last week. I figure if one person is asking, more people might want to know!

Last week I showed you some great warm-up and cool-down techniques that you can easily do at home with items you probably already have in your pantry—dry rice and popcorn kernels. I learned these methods from my client Nancy, an Occupational Therapist and certified Hand Therapist who also has Parkinson’s.

Try This Warm-up Technique To Treat Parkinson’s Painful Stiff Hands

Posted on September 24, 2022October 1, 2022 by Landtiser

Have you noticed your hands becoming stiffer and less reactive when you try to move them? You need to exercise your hands like you do the rest of your body. Whether you have Parkinson’s or arthritis, if your hands become stiff, every task takes longer, and it really affects your quality of life.

The Scoop on Poop and Parkinson’s (Part 2 of 2)

Posted on September 16, 2022September 18, 2022 by Landtiser

Last week we talked about the dangers, warning signs, and how to recognize if you are constipated, using the Bristol Stool Scale. Today, we have the final scoop on poop and Parkinson’s article, and how to smooth out the situation.

The Scoop on Poop and Parkinson’s (Part 1 of 2)

Posted on September 10, 2022September 10, 2022 by Landtiser

This is one of my favorite talks to give because people always shy away from it, but it is so important so I ask you… “How often do you poop?” Many people with Parkinson’s disease can’t poop every day resulting in constipation. Constipation is going longer than three days without a bowel movement causing the stool to harden and become more difficult to pass.

Constipation is present in more than 80% of people with PD and may before symptoms like tremor and stiffness even start.

Parkinson’s Stooped Posture Causing You Pain? Retract Those Shoulder Blades!

Posted on August 30, 2022 by Landtiser

The muscles of the upper back, along with the action of the shoulder blades, are very important to posture and the stabilization of the shoulders. Poor posture associated with Parkinson’s disease often creates tight chest muscles and weak back muscles, which can lead to pain in your shoulders.

Your shoulder blades should “glide and float” on your rib cage. If you have a stooped posture, your shoulder blades can’t sit or glide normally on the ribs. Your chest muscles become tight and pull the shoulders and arm forward, causing pain and complications with the rotator cuff muscles.