Living Well with Parkinson's Disease What Your Doctor Doesn't Tell You... . That You Need to Know |
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| Author:
| Garie, Gretchen
Church, Michael J.
Conkling, Winifred |
| ISBN: | 978-0-06-117322-6 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2007 |
| Publisher: | HarperCollins Publishers
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| Imprint: | William Morrow Paperbacks |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $18.99 |
Book Description:
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A complete guide to Parkinson's from two people with the disease who cofounded a national support and advocacy organization.
In Living Well with Parkinson's Disease, Gretchen Garie and Michael J. Church, a couple who both have Parkinson's and live daily with the effects of the disease, thoroughly discuss diagnosis, treatment options, and the emotional consequences of this difficult illness. With a conversational, pragmatic, and personal tone, they offer advice on such topics...
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A complete guide to Parkinson's from two people with the disease who cofounded a national support and advocacy organization.
In Living Well with Parkinson's Disease, Gretchen Garie and Michael J. Church, a couple who both have Parkinson's and live daily with the effects of the disease, thoroughly discuss diagnosis, treatment options, and the emotional consequences of this difficult illness. With a conversational, pragmatic, and personal tone, they offer advice on such topics as:
- how Parkinson's disease affects relationships
- the role of diet, supplements, and rest and relaxation
- strategies for navigating professional life and the maze of the health-care system
- handling everyday challenges such as buttoning a shirt or rolling over in bed
- and more!
Compassionate and inspiring, Living Well with Parkinson's Disease offers knowledge and wisdom from those who understand the challenges of dealing with Parkinson's every day.