Parkinson's Disease Support Group

Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder often characterized by muscle rigidity, tremor, a slowing of physical movement, and in extreme cases, a loss of physical movement. The primary symptoms of Parkinsons are due to excessive muscle contraction, normally caused by the insufficient formation and action of dopamine, which is produced in the dopaminergic neurons of the...

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CMstanding 09/26/2011

I know there have been other discussions about exercise, but I am really sold on this book and wanted to share it again - "Delay the Disease" by David Zid. There is also a DVD which I bought too. I have incorporated his program into part of my exercise routine for a couple of months now and it is simple and easy and targets many areas of our body that PD attacks. And its something that can be done in your home or anywhere without any expensive equipment.

I put a You Tube video I found about the book on my blog if anyone is interested.

http://cmfalling.blogspot.com/2011/09/meet-my-new-best-friend-david-zid.html

I have done some research on David Zid and Jackie Russell who works with him, and they really seem to be passionate and dedicated individuals working to help Parkinson's patients. Take a look at the video and their site and see what you think.

debfromnj 09/28/2011

Hi CM, Loved your bog page!!!!! Very personal and comfy :-) On the weekend I will go in and register, etc. Thank you for sharing!!!! Hugs Debbie

CMstanding 09/28/2011

Thanks Deb. I do highly recommend this book, as if you can't tell. lol

I don't think you have to register to read or make comments. Did it tell you to register somewhere?

debfromnj 09/28/2011

I think it was a guest book that I wanted to sign. I didn't have time to look at all of the things you have made available.

CMstanding 09/28/2011

There are others on here that also have wonderful blogs that I follow. I find blogging to be very therapeutic for me. It helps me get my feelings out and writing lifts my spirits when I am down. I also use it to share with others info that has been helpful to me. Like the book - "Delay the Disease"

Those of you who also blog share your site info with us so we can visit them. :)

deleted_user 10/05/2011

Hi CM,

I've tried buying the book/DVD in this country (England) and have had no luck so far, could you reccomend a site or store I could try and order it at (USA) and I could just have it shipped.
Thanks
Julie

deleted_user 10/05/2011

It's ok I've found it - tried his website - what can I say another blonde moment!
Julie

CMstanding 10/05/2011

lol. I have lots of blonde moments myself!!! Let me know what you think when you get it.

The one thing I haven't been doing that I just started doing this week is his night stretches. So far (2 days), I feel less achy when I wake up.

I am really finding exercise and stretching daily are a major key in managing this disease. On the days I don't do it (the weekends are hard for me for some reason), I pay a price - both physically and emotionally. You don't have to this program (although its a great one), any and all exercise is beneficial. And don't forget the stretching!

PD wants to stop us from moving! I don't intend to let it stop me!!!

deleted_user 10/18/2011

Hi CM, this book came handy after my surgery, DBS. I developed a inflammation of the sack around my hip joint . Very painful. Cannot walk . The book I was thinking was to ease , become life saver for me. Zlatica

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