Living Well with Parkinson's Disease

A complete guide to Parkinson's from two people with the disease who cofounded a national support and advocacy organization. InLiving 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 Diseaseoffers knowledge and wisdom from those who understand the challenges of dealing with Parkinson's every day. "[Gretchen and Michael's] firsthand knowledge as patients, coupled with their years of experience as experts and advocates, allow them to offer a unique perspective. Using the information provided by Gretchen and Michael in this book, you, too, can live well with Parkinson's disease." -John D. Campbell, MD, neurologist and medical director for PASFL, the Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida