Many people with Parkinson’s complain of shoulder pain or injury in addition to their stooped posture. It may seem like these are two different problems, but shoulder pain may be a symptom of dysfunction between the upper back and shoulder blades. If this dysfunction is ignored for too long, it can result in a rotator cuff tear.

Everyone with Parkinson’s will tell you how stiff and slow-moving they are in the morning. Why not take a few minutes to “lube” up those joints and muscles to help you get a better workout, or just make your day more enjoyable?

When I ask my fighters if they warm up their bodies at home before starting their day, I get a variety of answers ranging from, “I do yoga every morning,” to “I stretch a little before I get out of bed,” to “I don’t have time.”

The brain is approximately 85 percent water, and brain function—including the nervous system—depends on having abundant access to water. 

The average person in the U.S. drinks less than a quart (32 ounces) of water a day. Yet, according to the Mayo Clinic, the average adult loses more than 80 ounces of water every day through sweating, breathing, and eliminating wastes.

If you are drinking less than 80 ounces of water a day, no wonder you have brain fog!

People with Parkinson’s Disease may have a variety of symptoms related to their vision, such as difficulty reading, double vision, and dry eyes. But did you know that having trouble tracking a target can cause serious balance issues and falls? Fortunately, there are simple exercises you can do to improve your eye tracking ability and prevent these problems from developing.