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Parkinson's EmPower Talks with Dacy Reimer
Wisconsin Parkinson Association (WPA) is excited to announce a new podcast series created and hosted by our own Dacy Reimer, APNP, MSN, CCRC. In addition to being WPA's Director of Medical Advising and Education, Dacy brings a wealth of knowledge from her clinical experience.
In each episode, podcast host, Dacy Reimer will interview doctors and other industry professionals for their insights and perspectives on living an empowered life with Parkinson's disease. These episodes are all produced here in Wisconsin and will feature topics of interest and relevance to the Parkinson’s community.
Parkinson's EmPower Talks with Dacy Reimer
Freezing Gait
Discussion with Kathryn Gaines, DO - In this episode with Dr. Gaines, we will discuss the topic of Freezing Gait. Not everybody experiences this symptom of Parkinson’s, but for those who do it can be very debilitating. Dr. Gaines explains what freezing gait is, what causes it, and how it is treated. Dacy and Dr. Gaines discuss tips to overcome freezing gait and share ways caregivers can help their loved one who is experiencing it. Dr. Gaines closes with a hopeful discussion of current research on the topic.
Dr. Gaines’ EmPowering message is "keeping a sense of hope. Freezing of gait is probably one of the leading factors regarding Parkinson's that affects the quality of life and having a positive attitude is going to directly improve the quality of life." She states that “having gratitude for small wins everyday” is an essential mental framework.
To watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fnc4XzdsT-8
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