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Power Over Parkinson's

Power Over Parkinson's

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Subscribe for a wonderful cross section of discussions ranging from people with Parkinson's Disease to those who work in the medical, fitness, and research space. Power Over Parkinson's (POP) is a foundation supporting the use of exercise and wellness to reduce the symptoms or slow the progression of Parkinson’s Disease. To learn more visit us at poweroverpd.org
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No Silver Bullet is a group started by PwP for PwP, their carers, & PD Professionals, all of the firm belief that there is so much more that a PwP can do than just pop meds! We all get a different version of PD to deal with & as they say, "There is no one silver bullet to cure all!" So we hope by sharing expert’s research with you that something mentioned will help you! Please share this content VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE:- Please be aware, we are not Doctors, Neurologists or PD Professionals, s ...
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Parkinson's Disease Education Podcast

Dr. Michael Hyland, DPT, CEEAA, CFPS

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Have you ever wished there was a source of information about Parkinson's Disease, and resources for persons with PD, that were concise and easy to digest? Look no further than the Parkinson's Disease Education Podcast. In this podcast we attempt to demystify the disease and to empower you to reach your true potential as a person with PD.
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The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson's Podcast

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research

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Subscribe for coverage and analysis of current neurology/brain research, patient and caregiver profiles, drug development strategy, pioneering nonprofit management and other topics of interest in a wide-ranging series of conversations that include the voices of those affected by Parkinson's as well as clinicians.
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Live Parkinson's: Live an Exceptional Life Diagnosed with Parkinson's at 46, Chris Kustanbauter refused to let his diagnosis dictate his future. Instead, he embarked on a journey of research and discovery, uncovering four transformative strategies that helped him thrive - not just survive - with Parkinson's. Now, in the Live Parkinson's podcast, Chris shares his story and these powerful strategies with you. Hear firsthand how to: Fuel your body and brain with optimal nutrition Harness the po ...
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Lively, upbeat podcasts designed for Persons with Parkinson's Disease and those who care for them. Educational, motivating, and completely positive. Hosted by a retired physician, Dr. Christian Hageseth, who has had Parkinson's disease for over 10 years and still does not take prescription medication medication.
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Teresa Jackson from Lean On Me Coaching, shares resources and strategies for thriving with Parkinson's. Join her and her guests to learn how to live your best life in spite of living with a chronic illness.Opinion Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in Parkinson’s Pathway Pals Tuesdays with Teresa, are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Teresa Jackson and Parkinson’s Pathway Pals Tuesdays with Teresa. Any content provided by our gues ...
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A series of Podcasts featuring industry experts: Professor Bas Bloem & Professor Werner Poewe - ‘Reflections on Parkinson’s Disease' podcast, brought to you by Oruen. In this cutting edge series, we will discuss the many miracles, mysteries and myths surrounding Parkinson's Disease. For further information please visit www.oruen.com
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Updates on new data and best practices in patient care across a wide variety of psychiatric and neurological illnesses from Clinical Care Options. Gain a deeper understanding and practical clinical insights on topics ranging from bipolar depression to Parkinson’s disease psychosis. Select episodes available for CME/CE credit.
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APDA Spotlight Series

American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)

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Please join us for expert perspectives on treatment, daily living, or symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD) and more. These programs are designed to help people with PD, family members, and care partners. Please share with anyone in your support network whom you feel will benefit from this information. These are archives of live programs that are also hosted on the APDA website.
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Zoomer Week in Review

Zoomer Podcast Network

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Join host Libby Znaimer as she brings you the latest Zoomer Headlines from around the world and shines a spotlight on the key issues affecting you. You’ll also get the freshest perspective from CARP and Zoomer Media experts on health, wellness and living the good life!
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He's quickly becoming the Lewis Black of Parkinson's Disease. In a series of hilarious essays, Bill Schmalfeldt (author of "No Doorway Wide Enough", also on Podiobooks) lashes out at Parkinson's Disease "and the other things that annoy me." Recorded at his kitchen table, you can hear life going on in the background as Bill talks about stupid studies that prove things that anyone with common sense should know ("Parkies who drool are embarrassed by it! It's SCIENCE!"), his own declining cognit ...
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MedEdTalks Neurology is a continuing medical education podcast for physicians to allow them to learn while on the go and obtain CME credits. This show will focus in on multiple sclerosis and includes interviews with Dr. Patricia Coyle from Stony Brook Medical Center, Dr. Claire Riley from Columbia University, Dr. Clyde Markowitz from University of Pennsylvania and Dr. Bruce Cohen from Northwestern University.
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If you're looking for a podcast on health and fitness that offers short and actionable advice the Optimal Health Weekly Podcast is just for you! Healthcare is not just all about eating right and exercising. Our weekly health podcast covers a good deal about new breakthroughs in biotech &nutrition and bioscience related content. Other topics will also include the safety of junk food products, chemicals in cosmetic products and the effectiveness regenerative therapies in healthcare and mental ...
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What Pain in the Neck? Resolving Suffering is a podcast about finding real solutions to stubborn suffering. Stories of people who got their life back in abundance or are helping others to do so. Your host Ruth Elder has devoted her life to spreading the message that healing is possible even in the most severely complicated and long-lasting cases. Are you suffering and feeling like you have tried everything? Gone from doctor to doctor, had tests, X-Rays, MRIs, and more, only to be told there ...
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The JNPT Podcast

Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy

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The Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy is the official peer-reviewed publication of the Neurology Section of the American Physical Therapy Association. JNPT is the primary peer reviewed resource for advancing neurologic physical therapy practice through the dissemination of definitive evidence, translation of clinically relevant knowledge, and integration of theory into education, practice and research.
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Toronto was already one of the most congested cities in the world, But the simultaneous construction projects now underway have made it unbearable. It takes hours more to commute on the Gardiner. Travel time has tripled along Spadina and it can take 40 minutes to drive a few blocks on the only road now open in and out of Liberty Village. It may als…
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Prof Sonia Gandhi joined us to share her expertise on how Mitochondria affects PD with an excellent presentation followed by a very probing Q&A by our well informed audience. Prof Gandhi is a leading expert in the process of protein misfolding, in which smaller proteins, monomers, join together to form larger proteins, oligomers, and how this proce…
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Dr. Sule Tinaz, Associate Professor of Neurology at the Yale School of Medicine in the Movement Disorders Division and Clinical Neurosciences Imaging Center, joins us to talk, you guessed it, exercise! We can never hear too much information and advocacy on exercise. Why? Because it’s the only known intervention that is known to alleviate the sympto…
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Send us a Text Message. Feeling frustrated by tremors making daily tasks a struggle? You're not alone. This episode of the Live Parkinson's - Live an Exceptional Life Podcast equips you with simple and effective life hacks to manage tremors and conquer your day! Inside this episode, you'll discover: Practical strategies for mastering everyday activ…
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The decision-making process around deep brain stimulation (DBS) to treat Parkinson’s motor symptoms can be a complex and emotional journey. People often have questions about when – and whether – to have the procedure and what the experience is like, from the months of evaluation pre-surgery to surgery day to life with the device. In audio from this…
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In this episode, we delve into the role of NAD (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) and its potential in treating Parkinson’s Disease. NAD is a vital molecule involved in cellular energy production and DNA repair, but recent research suggests it may also play a crucial role in neuro-protection. How does NAD impact Parkinson’s Disease? We’ll explore:…
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July 21 2024- What a Trump Presidency Would Mean For Canada & Backlash From Overtourism What would a Donald Trump victory in the US mean for Canada? At this week’s Convention, Republican leaders blamed free trade for massive job losses in the American rust belt. And there’s the impact of trying to meet our NATO spending target and trying to compete…
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Send us a Text Message. Are you living with Parkinson's and struggling with balance issues? You're not alone. This episode of Live Parkinson's Live an Exceptional Life dives deep into overcoming balance challenges, a common symptom of Parkinson's disease. Join us as we explore: The different types of balance problems experienced by Parkinson's pati…
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July 14 2024-What Ottawa Promised at the NATO Summit & The History of Our Obsession with CatsPrime Minister Justin Trudeau has finally announced that Canada intends to meet Nato’s 2% military spending target by 2032. The last minute announcement came after heavy criticism from allies at this week’s NATO summit in Washington. Libby Znaimer reached P…
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Just over a year ago, there was a major breakthrough in Parkinson’s disease (PD) research – a tool that could detect abnormal alpha-synuclein protein in the spinal fluid of people living with PD even before onset of symptoms. This discovery is already impacting the ways scientists conduct and think about Parkinson’s research. Tune into this episode…
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In this episode, we explore the potential role of Nrf2 (Nuclear factor erythroid 2–related factor 2) as an adjunct in the treatment of Parkinson’s Disease. Nrf2 is a crucial protein that regulates the expression of antioxidant proteins and protects against oxidative damage triggered by injury and inflammation. But how does it relate to Parkinson’s …
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Below are the questions I asked Jaroslov Boublik PhD, one of the researchers who formulated the Aquas, about hydrating the body. Why can’t we become better hydrated by simply drinking more water?Why do we become more dehydrated as we age?Why is a well hydrated body essential to eliminating toxins from the body?How do the following affect hydration?…
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A hospital stay can be a stressful situation for everyone, whether you are the person receiving care or the support person providing comfort. People with Parkinson’s (PD) are at a higher risk of hospitalizations, so it is crucial to be prepared ahead of time for when the situation arises. The Parkinson’s Foundation recently created the Hospital Saf…
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Send us a Text Message. Facing Parkinson's and Cognitive Decline? Don't Underestimate the Power of Optimism! Feeling forgetful or struggling to focus? Parkinson's can bring cognitive challenges alongside physical ones. But what if there was a powerful tool you could use to fight back, right now? In this episode Live Parkinson's Live an Exceptional …
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July 7 2024-Dan Hill Reflects On His Father's Legacy & Heritage Sites Lacking Safeguards In Canada The name of a Canadian human rights defender will appear on a Toronto public library after a six month renaming effort. It's another piece of Toronto that's been stripped of the Dundas name, joining Yonge Dundas Square, to be renamed Sankofa Square. T…
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Send us a Text Message. Do you feel like your memory is not what it used to be? Are you worried about Cognitive decline due to Parkinson's. I answered yes to both of these questions! This episode of Live Parkinson's - Live an Exceptional Life dives deep into the world of essential nutrients that can boost your brainpower and support cognitive healt…
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June 30 2024-Canada's Changing Population & New Biography Reflects on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Triumphs and Failures The number of Canadians 85 and older is expected to triple by the year 2073 to as many as 4.3 million. The projections released this week by Statistics Canada aso finds that the overall population could reach 63 million in hal…
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You might be interested in stepping forward for science to play a role in the next breakthrough in Parkinson’s research, but still have questions about how to actually participate. How do you pick the right study for you? How do you balance your life logistics and your medical care considerations? What rights do you have when you participate in a s…
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Send us a Text Message. Do you struggle with restless nights and early mornings due to Parkinson's? You're not alone! Host Chris Kustanbauter of Live Parkinson's Live an Exceptional Life knows the frustration of counting sheep all night. But here's the good news: there's a natural solution! In this episode, Chris shares his personal journey with Pa…
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Los trabajadores de salud comunitaria (TSC o CHW, por sus siglas en inglés) o promotores ayudan a cerrar la brecha entre los profesionales de la salud y los miembros de la comunidad proporcionando educación y recursos culturalmente competentes y relevantes a la comunidad local. Desempeñan un papel vital en la interacción con la comunidad para ident…
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June 23 2024-Best Before Dates & June is Migraine Awareness MonthBest before dates are prompting Canadian consumers to throw away food, wasting up to $400 dollars worth of edible groceries each year. In financial terms, the value of this potentially rescuable food is an astonishing $49.5 billion. That's why there’s a new campaign called Look, Smell…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever met someone who unexpectedly changed your life? In this special episode of Live an Exceptional Life with Parkinson's, host Chris Kustanbauter shares a powerful story of chance encounters that redefined his journey with Parkinson's. You'll discover: How seemingly ordinary people can have an extraordinary impact.…
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We had the pleasure of a presentation by Dr Jonathan Sackner-Bernstein, MD, on the topic of "Why I am optimistic that we might now have a Silver Bullet for Parkinson's", followed by a Q&A session of almost 50 probing questions from our audience. Dr. Jonathan Sackner-Bernstein is transforming the treatment of Parkinson’s disease (PD). First, he disc…
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Send us a Text Message. Unleash Your Inner Powerhouse: Exercise & Nutrition for Better Living with Parkinson's (Free & One-Time Episode) Feeling slowed down by Parkinson's? This episode of Live Parkinson's - Live an Exceptional Life is your key to unlocking a powerful duo for a better quality of life: Exercise and Nutrition! We delve into the scien…
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June 16 2024-B.C.'s Senior Advocate Is Championing the Rights of Canada's 65 + & This Canadian Zoomer Makes Miss Universe Pageant HistoryHe’s only been Seniors Advocate for B.C. for several months but Dan Levitt has been a champion for Seniors for years and, as you’ll hear, this acclaimed international speaker, elder care leader, writer and geronto…
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In this episode, we take a closer look at glutathione and its potential role as a supplement in the treatment of Parkinson's Disease. Glutathione or GSH is an anti-oxidant, as with several supplements we have discussed on the podcast. But how effective is Glutathione for Parkinson's patients? We discuss the research and more. Resources: https://www…
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Send us a Text Message. Struggling with Parkinson's movement symptoms? Tune in for a glimmer of hope! This episode of Live Parkinson's - Live an Exceptional Life dives into the exciting potential of the Mediterranean diet to improve movement function in Parkinson's disease. We explore the science behind this dietary approach and its impact on manag…
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June 9, 2024- Cyclist raises cancer awareness at the age of 81 & Where should people spend their summer?This weekend will mark the 17th annual Princess Margaret RIDE to Conquer Cancer. More than 5,000 cyclists will ride over 200 kms over the two days, starting from the Exhibition Place in Toronto to Niagara Falls, with a pit stop in Hamilton. Last …
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Send us a Text Message. Unpacking the science behind coffee, tea, and their potential impact on Parkinson's disease in this special episode of Live Parkinson's Live and Exceptional Life! Join us as we navigate the ongoing debate about caffeine and Parkinson's. Is your morning cup of joe a helpful friend or a sneaky foe? We'll explore the latest res…
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June 2 2024- 80th Anniversary of D-Day & The Health Benefits of Tai ChiOn D-Day, 6 June 1944, the Allies came ashore in Normandy, France when some fourteen thousand Canadians stormed Juno Beach that day, and launched a campaign that helped turn the tide of the Second World War. Both in this country and abroad, Canadians are encouraged to explore th…
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Many people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) experience pain as a non-motor symptom. Pain can arise from stiff muscles, dystonia, nerve pain and even the disease progression itself. It’s a symptom that some find difficult to talk about, but there are options for people to find relief. In audio from this Third Thursdays webinar, listen to our ex…
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Send us a Text Message. Diagnosed with Parkinson's? You're not alone. In this episode of Live Parkinson's Live an Exceptional Life, hear a powerful story of resilience and living a fulfilling life after a Parkinson's diagnosis. Join us as we explore: Coping with the initial shock and navigating the unknown. Finding the fight within and implementing…
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In this episode, we take a closer look at creatine and its potential role as a supplement in the treatment of Parkinson's Disease. Creatine, commonly known for its use in sports and bodybuilding, has shown promise in recent studies as a neuro-protective agent. But how effective is it for Parkinson's patients? Be sure to watch on YouTube for en enha…
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Gene-based therapy for Parkinson’s disease is an area of research that is currently being developed. It works by introducing genetic material into the brain, which can then “instruct” cells to produce compounds that can potentially alleviate symptoms of Parkinson’s. Although years have gone by since the first gene-based clinical trial, there is sti…
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May 26 2024-Canada's Truck Problem & Cancer Diagnoses in the ERHave you noticed that most of the vehicles on our roads are very big and getting bigger every season? Eight of the top 10 are now defined as trucks and some experts say they are a health and safety hazard. Libby Znaimer spoke with HEC Montréal Associate Finance Professor Amir Barnea.AND…
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Send us a Text Message. Parkinson's and Nutrition: Can What You Eat Help Manage Symptoms? (#ParkinsonNutrition #EatWellLiveWell) Living with Parkinson's doesn't have to mean limitations. This episode of Live Parkinson's - Live an Exceptional Life dives deep into the surprising power of food in managing Parkinson's symptoms. We explore how what you …
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Allie Signorelli, Parkinson’s Advocate and person with young onset Parkinson’s (YOPD), shares her journey to diagnosis and how she’s positively impacting the Parkinson’s community at a national level. Allie is lending her voice through advocacy and harnessing her career experience, particularly in fundraising and event management, to serve our comm…
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May 19 2024- Dr. Eileen De Villa reflects on her leadership during COVID-19 & Life after CaregivingShe became a household name as one of the key leaders who guided us through the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Eileen de Villa announced she will step down as Toronto’s Medical Officer of Health at the end of the year. She spoke with Libby Znaimer about her r…
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Tony Martin Tony Martin currently works in the office products industry. He is very friendly and outgoing and knows a lot of people. He has a philosophy and way of life of helping others ahead of himself. Most of his life he has been full of energy and excitement until in his 40s all of a sudden he wasn’t feeling well and was unable to function or …
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In this episode, hosted by Larry and Rebecca Gifford, members of The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Patient Council and their care partners share their honest reactions to their diagnosis — from panic and denial to sadness and loneliness. This group of men and women of different ages and backgrounds offers words of wisdom about what to consider, what …
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Send us a Text Message. Struggling with everyday tasks due to Parkinson's? Take back control and achieve "Everyday Wins" with assistive technology! This episode of Live Parkinson's Live an Exceptional Life dives into the world of Parkinson's Power Tools - assistive technologies designed to empower you and make daily living easier. We'll explore a r…
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Dr Michael Okun on the topic of "Practical strategies for living a happier life with Parkinson's". Dr Okun is a worldwide recognised leader on Parkinson’s disease, is the distinguished Professor of Neurology and Director of the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at the University of Florida Health. …
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May 12 2024-Anti-Israel protests are not peace protests & Liberal MP Pam Damoff describes toxicity in politicsThe late iconic anti war activist Jerry Rubin's son has written an article titled "This is definitely not my dad’s antiwar protest", referring to the current anti-Israel encampments at universities and elsewhere across the globe following t…
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