What Doesn't Kill Me - Parkinson's Disease - Ep 5 Audio Connie Colon

Parkinson's disease a neurodegenerative disease that impacts the part of the brain that produces dopamine which causes a vast array of symptoms such as tremors, involuntary movements, stiffness, pain, balance problems, memory loss and cognitive problems. Connie shares her early onset journey with Parkinson's all while offering advice, guidance and hope.

00:40 Insights offered for this episode.

01:04 Who is Connie Colon?

05:22 What is Parkinson's Disease?

06:00 Invisible symptoms

10:58 Who are the specialists to see for Parkinson's?

15:50 What are the many visible and invisible symptoms?

23:40 Highlight on the invisible symptoms

23:42 Online classes offered free by Parkinson's Place

24:20 Pain is amplified by Parkinson's.

26:38 More symptoms along with the differences between support group vs Facebook groups

32:24 The importance of modifications and adaptations.

34:40 Foods known to improve Dopamine levels

38:56 Treatments that have helped Connie.

41:03 Prescription assistance programs, the PAN41 program

48:38 Importance of asking for support and help

49:40 The stereotypes to be aware of and what not to say to patients.

54:12 Best advice from Connie

59:20 What doesn't kill me - Connie's response