Support is probably a too broad topic. does it need subcategories?
The May issue of the Western Neuropathy Association’s newsletter (Neuropathy Hope) is now available. If you are a member, a printed version will be sent to you shortly. Otherwise, it is available free in PDF on their website. Get your copy at https://www.pnhelp.org/sites/pnhelp/files/Newsletter/WNA-ENews-05-25.pdf. Back issues are at https://pnhelp-prod-d10.oneeach.dev/neuropathy-hope. .
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Integrating Home Exercise in PN Treatment integrating-home-exercise Posted by Mike Foxworth on October 29, 2018. REPOSTED May 14, 2024. Customizing effective exercise for your HOME environment is not well integrated into normal PN treatment. Because PN saps strength, Physical Therapy (PT) prescriptions for strengthening and balance exercise are common, even if the central role of exercise
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Chuck Barnhart, PNSN speaker and member from Reading, PA, has recently tried acupuncture to good results. Here is his report. “I wanted to let you know for any benefit it may have for you that I underwent two recent acupuncture treatments for my PN. I had been contemplating it for a long time. “The first
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When to age-in-place: a checklist Many of us are coming up on a monumental decision: whether to remain where we are or choose a new option in a specialized retirement community. Even if you aren’t facing this decision in the near future, its one you will eventually have to make. PNSN Vice-president (and former Realtor Bill Porter)
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Red Light Therapy? Warning or Wonder? Red Light Therapy. Some of our members swear by it. Others sweat at it after spending months trying to make it work and paying for equipment. It is used for a variety of ailments but lately has been promoted in ads and by local physicians as a way to
Exit Survey Results for October 10/05/2024 – Here are some notes from the October exit survey. These are presented anonymously for the purpose of idea sharing. What did you takeaway/learn from today’s meeting? It takes effort to reduce symptoms of PN. Ideas about exercise Discussion of B vitamins is of interest. Also, I hadn’t thought
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00:42:13 Glenn Ribotsky: Wonder if Craig would do a webinar over at WNA. 01:06:28 Mike Foxworth: ADA – American Disabilities Act vs Air Carrier Access Act 01:07:34 Pat Gualtieri: This is being recorded and will be posted on PNSNetwork.org later this week 01:08:14 Mike Foxworth: ACO advocate who knows what the air crew must do
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Long Covid Is Being Increasingly Seen As Neurological Disease Whereas it once appeared more related to pulmonary disorders, Long COVID is increasingly being recognized as a neurological disease, reports Scientific American magazine in its latest issue. Victims with symptoms such as pain, extreme fatigue, and “brain fog” affecting over 15 million adults in the U.S. as
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Craig P. Kennedy Talks About Traveling With Disabilities Travel expert provides advice on traveling with special needs Craig Kennedy spoke to our group on September 7 regarding traveling with disabilities. Kennedy is a Program Coordinator and trainer with the Open Doors Organization. With more than 25 years of experience working with people with disabilities, disability
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Assistive Technologies Keep You Mobile Keep active! Motion is lotion! Mobility aids are crucial tools that enhance the quality of life for seniors, enabling them to maintain independence and safety while navigating daily activities. As the aging population grows, the relevance of these aids becomes more pronounced, supporting elderly individuals in managing mobility issues that
