Archive for June, 2011

Jun 30 2011

On the Road to Recovery

Published by under road to recovery

I just wanted to thank you for your considered response to my question.   You are right, it was not what I expected, but it gave me lots to think about and was the best response I could have received.

I very much appreciate your website and everything you are doing for sufferers of PD.  Yours was the first website that made me feel positive about my symptoms and I am now convinced that I can overcome them.

Thank you.

Yvonne

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Jun 28 2011

How Do I Wean Myself Off of Sinemet?

Published by under sinemet

I recently found out after 10 years I do NOT have PD. I am trying to get off Sinemet after being on it for 5 years and having a very hard time. I can’t find a single doctor with any experience in getting people OFF Sinemet. The doctor that diagnosed me as not having PD has been backed up by 4 other neurologists. While I have great respect for him I am very worried about NMS or DAWS.

Since he admits I am a bit of a novelty I am very concerned about his plan to get me off Sinemet in a week. I’ve been tapering very slowly due to debilitating muscle cramps that have torn muscles in my hip and knee. I am afraid this rapid detox while attractive might be fatal if I am living on the edge of DAWS as I suspect I have been for some time.

I would feel much better if I knew of a doctor with experience in weaning people off sinemet. Do you know of any such centers or doctors? I live in central California but can travel.

Thank you.

Laurie

Response:

I can certainly emphasize with your need to wean yourself off of medication that you do not need.  This process takes time and patience. In my research, I have found a wonderful resource who has helped many people wean themselves from one medication or another. He is Randy Mentzer, a compounding pharmacist. Randy is not a doctor, but he explains that doctors are not traineD to help people with such challenges. This is precisely what compounding pharmacists are trained to do. I would thus suggest that you consult with a compounding pharmacist.

A compounding pharmacist will compound a medicine with – say – a 95% potency which you can take for a period of time. If there are no side effects, the potency will gradually be reduced over time – little by little – until you need take none of the medicine. this process may take as long as a year or two. If there are reactions to a reduced potency, Randy will jump up the potency and then reduce it more gradually.He works closely with doctors as he changes the potency of medications for patients. You cannot make these reductions by cutting pills down.

In summary, you cannot go cold turkey and you cannot get off of the medication within a week. It takes time and patience to wean yourself but it can be done.  I suggest you find a compounding pharmacist in your local area and get a consultation. Randy also does phone consultations if you are unable to find someone locally. His e mail is: Randyrphconsulting@gmail.com

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D.
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
http://www.parkinsonsdisease.me

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Jun 22 2011

Fava Bean Tincture

Published by under fava beans

Could you please  send me the instructions to make fava beans tincture.  Thank you very much with a lot of respect

Yelena

Response:

I know the instructions involve using the tips of the fava bean plants and placing them in alcohol for about 6 weeks. The person who invented this approach is Aunt Bean who blogs on her fava bean website. I know she has been experimenting with various formulas.

I will forward your question to her and ask her to post the instructions on her fava bean blog for everyone to see. The address of the fava bean blog is:

http://www.favabeans.parkinsonsrecovery.com

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D.
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
www.parkinsonsdisease.me

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Jun 20 2011

An Encouraging Update on Voice Profiling to Treat Parkinson’s Symptoms

Published by under voice analysis

Here is an exciting update from Sharry Edwards who has been a guest on my radio show several times this year. Sharry is the world leader in developing the frequency based technology of voice profiling to diagnose and treat chronic conditions.

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D.
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
www.parkinsonsdisease.me

Another person who listens to your show, Marian, was seen at our Clinical last week [Sound Health]. Her ability to smell has returned. Her toes are uncurling so that she can walk again Her face, that was paralyzed, has feeling again and her tremors have diminished.

Sharry Edwards
Sound Health

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Jun 18 2011

How Do I Manage the Lump in My Throat?

Published by under symptoms,wisdom of the body

Hello. I have many of the symptoms of Parkinsons and am in the process of getting a diagnosis (MRI, etc). One
symptom I have that I don’t know how to manage is that of the sensation of a lump in my throat. Like all the other symptoms I have, this sensation comes and goes but it seems to be getting worse, what can I do to manage this?

Thanks much

Response:

I have two thoughts for you in response to your question. First, your question asks

What can I do to manage this?”

You do not ask:

“What do you suppose is causing this lump in my throat?”

“How can I get rid of this lump?”

My point is simple: You seem to be resigned that you will be stuck with a lump in your throat for the rest of your life. You appear to have accepted the lump as a part of who you are. The only question of importance that remains is to figure out how to manage it.

Our language has a powerful impact on our recovery. If we believe a symptom is irreversible, it will be irreversible. If we believe our body can heal itself, symptoms such as lump in our throat will be healed.

My second thought centers around what your body might be telling you. Symptoms are information our body gives to us to let us know something is out of balance. I obviously do not know the message your body is sending to you but consider several possibilities by way of explaining my meaning here.

  • Perhaps you are eating something that is very bad  for your body. Your body’s reaction is to shut down your ability to eat. It does that by growing a large lump in your throat. If you stop eating the food that is toxic to your body, the lump will disappear.
  • If your voice is being compromised by the lump, perhaps it is a challenge for you to speak your truth? Perhaps you get all choked up often and lose track of what you want to say to others?
  • Perhaps your body is shutting down your ability to talk fluently so you can listen to your own inner wisdom. Perhaps you do not take action on what you know is in your best and highest good.

Of course, there are many possibilities. I suggest that you begin to listen to what your body is telling you. Recognize the lump as information you need to hear. What is your body telling you with this lump? Once you figure out the answer to this question and take the appropriate action, your lump will disappear.

Why not have a dialogue with your lump? Give your lump a voice. Listen to what she has to say. Have a conversation with your lump just as you might have a conversation with your best friend.

I must apologize for not actually answering your question. I have not speculated on you you can manage your lump because I do not view it as something which should be managed. Instead of being a symptom to be managed, I believe a lump in the throat is something to be heard with the mindful intention of healing.

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D.
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
www.parkinsonsdisease.me

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Jun 15 2011

Chi Gong and Parkinsons Disease

Published by under Qigong,recovery

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Below is the link to the Youtube video that I mentioned during the radio show where Bianca Molle discusses her full recovery from Parkisnons Disease and offers a brief demonstration of Chi Gong.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAY6XmMxr48

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D.
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
http://www.parkinsonsdisease.me

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Jun 13 2011

One Year Symptom Free Anniversary Celebration

Hi Robert,

Today I am one year symptom free from Parkinson’s Disease. This is truly a blessing.

My Parkinson’s Coaching has been going very well; many people are seeing tremendous improvement, and I do not use the word tremendous lightly. It is very exciting. I appreciate the radio show interview you did with me and the evening of free Parkinson’s Coaching. A few people who have signed up for Parkinson’s Coaching had listened to one, or both, of those evenings, so thank you very much for that as well.

Today, in honor of my one year with no Parkinson’s symptoms, I made an offer that anybody who signs up for the One-Month Parkinson’s Coaching Package by June 30, 2011 will receive an additional two weeks of Parkinson’s Coaching free. The details are located at http://www.fightingparkinsonsdrugfree.com/2011/06/12/fighting-parkinsons-and-one-year-symptom-free/. I just wanted to let you know in case you ran into anybody thinking about Parkinson’s Coaching. This would be a good time for them to sign up.

Best regards,

Howard

Howard’s work is quite simply amazing.   In my book of good decisions, his time sensitive offer is worth taking seriously!

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D.
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
http://www.parkinsonsdisease.me

 


 

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Jun 06 2011

Agent Orange, Viet Nam and Parkinsons Disease

Published by under agent orange

I have just joined your remarkable “Rosetta Stone” that will help me understand my disease on 6/3/2011 (Your approach is the 1st that includes laughter as a pathway to recovery). I am requesting “Where to Start” information on this web site.

I have been exposed, almost on a daily basis for 8 months, to Agent Orange spraying while serving with the 1st  Infantry Division. I am presently receiving disability benefits from the VA. I  was “diagnosed” in 2003 @ age 62. My CranioSacaral Therapist has told me that many Vietnam Vets require a good “cleansing” of their body of  toxins that have “resided” there  since exposure.

Until I joined your group I have not been able to nail down research-wise this aspect of recovery or specific 1st hand “stories” of how other Vets are handling the Holistic” natural approach” to recovery. In order to save  time could you point me in the right direction?

“Time is of the essence” as I have my first appointment with a nutritionist who alleges experience with PD patients  on Tuesday PM 06/07/2011. I need to do some reading so I know what to ask her.  Please forgive me for this intrusion on your time with such a short response time. Thank you for you good work and consideration.

Charles

Response:

Congratulations. You have unearthed a primary cause of symptoms you are currently experiencing. Research definitively confirms that exposure to agent orange (which can be from service in Vietnam or through exposure to pesticide applications on farms) does significant damage to the neurological system. Symptoms of Parkinsons are a likely outcome.

Even the VA now recognizes the compelling evidence on agent orange and – as you note in your letter – now offer benefits to veterans who were exposed. Once the agent orange toxin has been cleared from your body (and there may be other toxins as well) and damage to your delicate neurological system repaired – your state of health will improve dramatically.

A consultation with a nutritionist is an excellent choice. Detox diets can help your body detox. I would also  recommend that you pursue this further by exploring various detox protocols that will facilitate the release of the agent orange toxin in your body. Be circumspect in the choices you make. Some detox protocols chase the toxins into the brain.

There are medical doctors (for example, Dr. Daniel Newman, MD, ND,  in Vancouver, Washington who works with people who currently experience the symptoms of Parkinson’s) and various naturopath doctors who specialize in detoxing the body. I suggest that you start your journey by exploring options for treatment in addition to those prescribed by your nutritionist.

I suggest that you detox slowly. Toxins cannot be cleared quickly. It is not like getting an oil change for your car.

I also suggest that you continue to pursue ways to release trauma as you are currently through your treatments with a craniosacral therapist. When toxins are present, it is usually the case that the person has experienced significant trauma that is unresolved. The mere fact you served in Viet Nam suggests that focusing on releasing trauma will be needed to release the toxins. The body will refuse to release the toxins as long as trauma remains trapped in the tissues of your body.

When many people detox from a toxin like agent orange their symptoms flare. This is because the trauma is now presenting itself to  be released. I discuss the connection between toxins and trauma at length in my book, Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease.

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
http://www.parkinsonsdisease.me

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Jun 03 2011

Able to Smell the Roses Again – Finally!

Dear Robert,

I write to you on behalf of my mum, Carol, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s just 3 years ago.  She has asked that I carry out her correspondence since she feels she becomes anxious when working at the computer (may be a symptom of her Parkinson’s?).  At the time of diagnosis she was led to believe life was all down hill from there on and felt very scared, vulnerable and of course depressed.  She is reluctant to start on dopamine medication as is the type of person who looks toward trying more natural therapies where possible.

 

It was only by accident that while browsing the internet one evening she stumbled accross your web site (we’re from England, UK) and the rest is history. From listening to your weekly programmes, she has grown in confidence.  The incredibly useful information and advice you give is made all the more inspiring by your optimistic and encouraging style.

 

She has also been inspired by two guests in particular on your programmes – John Coleman and Sharry Edwards.  She followed advice regarding the potentially irritating affects of wheat and since giving up wheat/gluten 6 weeks ago she has noticed she has started to regain her sence of smell.  Only this morning she remarked how she was able to smell the roses in her garden for the first time in years!

 

After listening to your most recent programme on voice anlysis, my mum has decided to take the wonderful oportunity to download the Parkinsons Voice profiling software programs for free to process her own voice profile.

 

Once again, a big thank you for all your hard work and encouragement – it is very much appreciated –  please keep it up!

 

Rachel and Carol.

You can access my explanation of voice profiling below in the most recent radio show that was aired this week. Since airing the show, I have heard from one individual who has taken the voice profiling classes offered by Sound Health. She reports the classes are very challenging and demanding – much like earning an advanced degree. She also reports it has been a fascinating journey of discovery.

The show below previews an offer from Sound Health that expires June 15th. Be sure to listen now if you are drawn to learn more about voice profiling.

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D.
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease

Listen to internet radio with Parkinsons Recovery on Blog Talk Radio

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Jun 03 2011

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

Published by under Uncategorized

Listen to my show here with Nan Little as my guest Wednesday, June 8th at 3:00 pm pacific time.

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D.
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease

Listen to internet radio with Parkinsons Recovery on Blog Talk Radio

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