Parkinsons - Fit For You

Wellness The Non-Prescribed Medicine

Hope is oxygen for the soul. It’s essential for survival. It provides the energy that carries us through the tough times of living with chronic illness. For many hope is fleeting when it comes to the harsh realities of living with a disease without a known cure. Tremors, rigidity and stiffness, slowness of movement, impaired balance and coordination are among some of the most pronounced symptoms of a disease once thought of as signs of old age. We now know that these symptoms are more commonly associated with Parkinson’s disease.

While the exact cause of this disease is uncertain it seems to strike men and women in almost equal numbers and it has no prejudice in regards to social, economic or geographic boundaries. Parkinson’s usually hits those who are over the age of 50 with the average age of onset being at 60 years of age. There are two major roles that everyone associated with this condition falls into, sufferer of the disease or caregiver.

When women are the caregiver

Ironic that those living with sufferers of this disease are usually called caregivers, exactly what women have traditionally been to the families of our nation. The role of the caregiver in this case can be extremely demanding both physically and emotionally. The caregiver in many cases assumes new roles and responsibilities in light of the circumstances this condition presents. The dynamics of the imposition the disease presents are evident. Assuming tasks such as making household repairs, maintenance issues around the house and the like could be among some of the extra duties incurred depending upon the severity of the disease. Handling delicate issues of pride and lowered self-esteem of their partner is equally as challenging to deal with on a daily basis.

It is very important for the caregiver to establish and maintain an outlet. Among several tips to help relieve stress there are three that I always recommend to women who are caregivers in this situation. 1) Understand the role of taking care of yourself as well, your health is equally as important, 2) Learn how to face and cope with your partner’s physical challenges and 3) Encourage activities that involve something both of you can share in and enjoy.

When women suffer from this disease

Sufferers of the disease feel a dramatic change in their role. Diminished capacities and shortened levels of energy are just a few of the major changes realized. The impact is usually noticeable and requires a pro-active approach something that most women seem to feel readily at ease with accepting. By pro-active I mean participating in finding solutions to help remedy the difficulty of their situation. In general women seem to have a positive approach towards participating in the improvement of their health in dealing with Parkinson’s. The challenges are daily and never seem to go away.

Women appear to have a vantage point both physically and emotionally in most cases when it comes to coping with this illness. Physically women are usually more flexible to begin with, a real plus in improving circulation, flexibility, mobility and overall mental well being. Pro-active health care involves implementing healthier eating habits, stretching, regular exercise and a concentration of making the best use of the body’s own natural resource, energy.

Wellness-Women’s Health Prescription

While medical prescriptions are necessary alternative-wellness measures are being sought out more and more. As an in-home personal fitness coach who specializes in working with special populations in-home, I see women taking a very active role in this approach. Living well involves getting in touch with what the body needs, something women are interested in and in touch with.

In my opinion exercise and wellness programs seem to be the non-prescription universal medicine for so many things however it is often put on the back shelf of the minds of many. The value and importance of such an approach to self-health care is given little recognition however the benefits are nothing short of fantastic. This is truly the new millenniums recipe for chicken soup of the soul, body and mind.

Joe Green is an in-home fitness expert who provides his valuable services and programs to clients in the privacy of their own home. For more information you may visit his website at www.phyt4u.com or write to him at: Joe Green PO Box 60322, Harrisburg, PA 17106.

Wellness: The Non-Prescribed Medicine For The Mind, Body & Soul

Hope is oxygen for the soul. It's essential for survival. It provides the energy that carries us through the tough times of living with chronic illness. For many hope is fleeting when it comes to the harsh realities of living with a disease without a known cure. Tremors, rigidity and stiffness, slowness of movement, impaired balance and coordination are among some of the most pronounced symptoms of a disease once thought of as signs of old age. We now know that these symptoms are more commonly associated with Parkinson’s disease.

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