The subject of this post is a question I am often asked. Is recovery quick? No. Is recovery a smooth ride? No. OK. What is it really like?
I have edited a clip of an interview on Parkinsons Recovery Radio with Howard Shifke who offers a realistic picture of his own recovery process which led to becoming symptom free. Visit the blog below to listen.
You will not regret taking 20 minutes out of your day to listen.
- How long does it really take to become symptom free with holistic healing?
- Can I feel better if I embrace a holistic healing approach designed to reverse my symptoms?
- Is it really possible for anyone to become symptom free?
- I do not want to experience pain in my recovery process. Doesn’t pain mean I am doing something wrong?
These are the questions members of my audience have been asking for many years. I have included below a clip with my interview with Howard Shifke who addresses all of these questions. He succeeded in becoming symptom free by embracing holistic healing.
If you have been asking any of these questions, please listen to this clip of my interview on Parkinsons Recovery Radio with Howard Shift. He addresses them all.
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As Howard so eloquently explains, holistic healing for Parkinson’s disease focuses on addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—rather than just the physical symptoms. Here are some of the approaches involved with this natural approach to healing from the inside out.
1. Nutrition
- Balanced Diet: Emphasize whole foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Foods rich in antioxidants, like berries and leafy greens, may help combat oxidative stress.
- Hydration: Staying well-hydrated is essential for overall health.
2. Exercise
- Physical Activity: Regular exercise can improve mobility, balance, and overall quality of life. Activities like walking, swimming, and cycling are beneficial.
- Strength and Flexibility Training: Yoga and tai chi can enhance flexibility, balance, and mental well-being.
3. Mindfulness and Stress Management
- Meditation and Mindfulness: Practices can reduce stress and improve emotional well-being.
- Breathing Exercises: Techniques like deep breathing can help manage anxiety.
4. Massage and Bodywork
- Therapeutic Massage: Can help reduce muscle tension and improve circulation.
- Acupuncture: Some people find relief from symptoms through acupuncture treatments.
Bottom Line to Holistic Healing
Is it really possible to become symptom free if a person confronts symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Howard Shifke’s answer is – simply put – yes. Does it take time and patience? Yes. Will you get discouraged? Yes. Will you want to give up? Yes. Will it be worth it in the end even if it seems to take forever to succeed. Yes indeed.
Robert
Robert