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Dr. Curtis Buddingh D.C., D.I.C.S
Dr. Buddingh has been practicing chiropractic for over 40 years. He is a world renowned lecturer, teacher, author, and inventor of The Chiropractic Belt™. He has been teaching to the chiropractic and dental professions for many years in the art of Craniopathy and Sacro Occipital Technique. Dr. Buddingh personally studied under Dr. M.B. DeJarnette for 22 years, he was one of the “first twelve” chiropractors to be certified in … [Read More...]
A Caregiver’s Bill Of Rights
A CAREGIVER'S BILL OF RIGHTS I have the right: 1. To take care of myself. This is not an act of selfishness; it will give me the capacity of taking better care of my relative. 2. To seek help from others even though my relative may object because I recognize the limits of my own endurance and strength. 3. To maintain facets of my own life that do not include the person I care for, just as I would if he or she were … [Read More...]
TEN tips for communicating with a person with Dementia
TEN TIPS FOR COMMUNICATING WITH A PERSON WITH DEMENTIA We were not born knowing how to communicate with a person with dementia; however, we can learn. Improving communication skills will help make caregiving less stressful and will likely improve the quality of your relationship with your loved one. It may help to remember that your loved one is ill and therefore cannot help his or her actions and reactions. Yet good communication … [Read More...]
FIVE Stages of Parkinson’s
The FIVE Stages of Parkinson’s Disease Dr. Margaret M. Hoehn, the author of the most frequently cited paper in professional articles dealing with Parkinson’s Disease discusses the Hoehn and Yahr Scale used throughout the world to classify patients participating in research studies. She has deliberately used the word “Parkinson’s” since the term applies to all forms of the disorder including Parkinson’s Disease. The … [Read More...]
Dwight Jennings, DDS, MICCMO
Welcome to my practices in Alameda and Sutter Creek, California. Early in my dental career I abandoned my large practice in general dentistry to pursue my passionate interest in jaw orthopedics and dental medicine. I have spent countless hours over the years investigating the connection between poor bites and health. I believe that through nutrition, exercise, and structural rehabilitation that the body can be restored. I … [Read More...]
Gratitude and Giving This Holiday Season
Each year Jo Rosen invites several Military Personnel for Christmas Dinner. Many are far away from ome, unable to be with their families so Jo opens her home, cooks a huge holiday dinner and gives these dedicated men a women an evening at home away from home. A tradition for many years, Jo Rosen President and Founder of Parkinsons Resource Organization opens her home and her heart to Men and Women serving in our Armed … [Read More...]
Dr. Janet Kohtz O.D.
Dr. Kohtz attended UCLA and is a graduate of the Los Angeles College of Optometry with a Bachelor of Science and a Doctorate of Optometry. She is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Western University College of Optometry, a member of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association and a fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development. Dr. Kohtz is also a member of the Optometric Extension Program and the American … [Read More...]
Ronald A. Fatoullah Esq.
Ronald A. Fatoullah, Esq., CELA is the managing attorney of Ronald Fatoullah & Associates, a law firm that concentrates in elder law, trusts and estates and special needs. The firm has offices in Great Neck, Manhattan, Forest Hills, Brooklyn and Cedarhurst, NY. Mr. Fatoullah lectures frequently on elder law, estate planning and special needs to attorneys, accountants, social workers, financial planners, and to numerous organizations … [Read More...]
Vision, Posture and Balance for the Parkinson’s Patient
Did you know that your vision is directly affected by your posture and balance? Did you know that your posture and balance can cause changes in your glasses prescription? Did you know that soccer players almost always have “good” eyes? Did you know that as we age and are slowed down by disease and discomfort it causes a change in our glasses prescription? Why is this? The good news is that it is possible for a … [Read More...]
Celebrating Our Loved Ones this New Year
To those we hold so dear, both living and passed, to wonderful memories, health and supreme happiness. We Celebrate our lives and those we love with the personal messages placed on the Parkinsons Resource Organization Holiday Tree. Enjoy, share and know that together we can help provide Ultimate Quality of Life for those we love and care for. Happy Holidays to all from the Parkinson's Resource Organization. Your donation to the … [Read More...]
How to Live Without Your M.D.
An inspiring story about Eric Edney and his battle with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) This is a trailer to a documentary that shows ALS patients who have slowed, stopped or partially reversed the progression of their ALS To Purchase this book: "Surviving Without your MD" To purchase this book: "Eric is Winning" … [Read More...]
George Altuzarra, DDS
Indian Wells Dental, the practice of Dr. George Altuzarra, has been providing the desert communities and surrounding areas with excellence in dentistry for over twenty five years. Dr. Altuzarra and his team of professionals, provide their patients with the most advanced technology dentistry has to offer. Modern dentistry has progressed tremendously since Dr. Altuzarra graduated from the University of Southern California in 1986 … [Read More...]
Jo Rosen honored by NAELA for Commintment and Lifelong Dedication to the Parkinsons Community
Washington, D.C. – The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) www.NAELA.org is proud to present its 2011 Elder Leadership Award to Jo Rosen, Palm Desert, Calif. Ms Rosen has devoted more than two decades to improving the quality of life for people with Parkinson’s disease, their caregivers, and their families. NAELA recognizes her significant contribution, and will present the 2011 Elder Leadership Award on … [Read More...]
ElderCaring and BounceYouBack desert agency serving the Parkinson’s patient
ElderCaring and Bounce You Back pride themselves as being a premier, dedicated desert agency for Parkinson’s clients wishing to stay in the comfort of their own homes. ElderCaring will provide compassionate and patient caregivers experienced in the special requirements of individuals with Parkinson’s. Our caregivers ensure the client is safe and well attended to while in their care. As the client progresses through the stages … [Read More...]
New Find May Change how Parkinson’s is Treated
“It’s such a departure from what we thought,” said Dr. Dennis Selkoe. A provocative new study by Harvard Medical School researchers suggests that a basic assumption about a protein involved in Parkinson’s disease may need to be revised, providing anew strategy for developing drugs to treat the neurological condition. Clumps of the protein alpha-synuclein found in the brains of Parkinson’s patients are a hallmark of the … [Read More...]
Dr. Gary Demerjian
The face of dentistry continues to evolve as technological and medical advances rapidly emerge. We are proud to say that we have kept abreast and that we continue to offer our patients all the advantages of the latest treatments and technology - treatment of headaches, neck and facial pain, snoring and sleep apnea solutions, dental orthopedics and therapeutic medical modalities. The mission of the practice of Dr. Demerjian practice … [Read More...]
7 Habits of Happy people Who Live with Illness
By Lisa Copen. Everyone handles the troubles in their lives in assortment of ways. While some people put on a happy face and intentionally decide they will use their illness as an opportunity, others will drive home from the physician’s office anxious about how much longer they will be able to drive because of the seriousness of the pain. They’ll lie down on the couch and not leave the house for years. Why do some people … [Read More...]
T.M.J. Dysfunction “An Ounce of Prevention”
The letters “TMJ” conjure up all sorts of ideas and opinions among both the lay public and dental and medical personnel. The reason for that is what I often refer to the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) as “the mysterious joint. It is the only joint of its kind in the human body. The type of joint it represents is a ginglymo-arthrodial joint. A ginglymus joint is a hinge-joint and an arthrodia joint is a gliding joint. The … [Read More...]
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