Combating Parkinson's with rock climbing

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@stevehammond7123 2 ай бұрын

I had a stroke in 2019 that instantly eliminated my ability to play guitar. I hadn’t climbed in 25 years but I started rock climbing again as I thought it might help restore normal movement in my arms, hands and fingers so that I could play guitar again. I’m very happy to say it worked! And in the process I rediscovered my love of climbing. If there’s a silver lining in every cloud, this is my silver lining.

@mickylawless1941 2 ай бұрын

I have had severe nerve pain my left arm and leg since December of 2016. I started climbing in August of 2019. Climbing has changed my world. I'm rehabbing from rotator cuff and bicep tendonesis surgery, so I haven't climbed since July 15th. But as soon as I am cleared, I am back on that wall. I hope to do my first lead climb outdoors this summer. I have a fear of heights and outdoor climbing still messes with my brain. I'm thrilled for your climbing success, but even more excited that you are back to playing the guitar. Cheers!

@gizzykat 2 ай бұрын

@@mickylawless1941 Were the rotator cuff and bicep injuries due to climbing?

@mickylawless1941 2 ай бұрын

@@gizzykat No, this left shoulder injury was back in 1982. I fell off of a truck crane deck, landing square on my shoulder. My right rotator cuff injury was in a ski race in 1985. Over the years, I managed to be very active, but in 2017 I finally got my right shoulder repaired because the pain got too bad. I broke down, figuratively and literally, and got this one repaired in July. I'm excited to see how or if I improve at climbing. Not having good shoulders when climbing has held me down. Pun intended. Cheers!

@fern9234 2 ай бұрын

I just took up indoor rock climbing a year ago. I lost my dad to parkinsons. I wish i would have had the time to have shared this sport with him. I think it would have helped him and made us grow closer. This was hard to watch without crying. For some there is still some time. Thank you for this story.

@beatpirate8 2 ай бұрын

I danced tango w a man w parkinsons. Great dancer and lead but had dyskinesia. It was a great tango dance. He was fighting to feel normal and joy! And i was happy to share a moment with him and his friends! I thanked him for a tango!

@HarpySpirit 2 ай бұрын

Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! I used Rock Climbing to free me from the symptoms of PTSD I suffered from years of Domestic Violence (Emotional, Verbal and Physical abuse). The verbal and emotional abuse is more damaging then the physical abuse. They are called Introjections! The name calling and hateful acts and deeds would viciously come out in thought form while I was climbing. I learned to replace those negative words with positive words to speak into my life. I also learned to trust my “Belay” partner who was a male. With his help and my repair practices, I achieved the 50 foot indoor climb and an outdoor climb in Chatsworth, CA. As a result, I no longer hear the introjections!! Thank you for this segment. I will share it with all I know!

@sharichowparry 2 ай бұрын

I am a rock climber. I was amazed and inspired by these people who now conquer walls!! Bravo!!

@mdk9604 2 ай бұрын

Giving hope-Thanks always for positivity 🙌

@bdell519 2 ай бұрын

After a Traumatic Brain Injury, I continued to do roped rock climbing. Hooray for these brave people 🎉

@bbygrlpt2 2 ай бұрын

My dad has PD and you really have no idea how horrible that disease is.. it robs you of all independence you have no matter how healthy you lives your life. For us its heartbreakin to see him like that.. He doesnt shake when hes resting, mostly only when he wants to grab something but its his legs that have failed the most.. he cant even walk with a walker now. He cant turn to the side when he sleeps so someone has to be with him to turn him and not develop pressure wounds. They need a lot of love, patience, help etc We dont wanna live him in a nursing home bc he wouldnt last there. Pray they find a cure or at least better medication one day

@pattylyman7907 2 ай бұрын

The human spirit. Amazing

@shellypuri2 2 ай бұрын

Beautifully done segment and hope to see regular follow ups over the next few years; nice to see what can be done and the community it has generated. And what a good reminder for us all to do what our minds and bodies will allow. Looking forward for more content about Parkinson’s.

@Sunshine-do3yv 28 күн бұрын

Tears of joy, being proud.....thank you so much for this inspirational amazing ongoing story ❤❤

@D-Rex- 2 ай бұрын

Very nice story! Best to all of these participants 🙂

@tobechukwuolumba7337 2 ай бұрын

Positively amazing.

@marialloyd9527 2 ай бұрын

Love this so much!♥

@mrkbwyr6079 2 ай бұрын

Also That jym is the Alexandia Sport rock !!!! The pentagon is accross the street from it , you can still see the discolored wall from where the plane hit it on 911 .

@mzajac101 2 ай бұрын

This is amazing. Wonderful work! ❤

@beatpirate8 2 ай бұрын

Wonderful story. So much is possible!

@mendynoma4272 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful !

@Indomitablespirit108 2 ай бұрын

Soulful!

@juliet-m31 2 ай бұрын

Omgsh. Being referred to as a 'patient' when you have Parkinson's is my biggest pet peves ever....People with Parkinson's is the term. It's hard to maintain our dignity enough as it is. This man is an inspiration. Parkinson's is a MAN MADE disease. Growing numbers each year in younger and younger folks. 😕

@vivekgupta74 2 ай бұрын

We all have our trigger words but I try to focus on intentions. I'd drive myself nuts otherwise! I'm actually routinely impressed at the humanity that people, often strangers, tend to show.

@juliet-m31 2 ай бұрын

@vivekgupta74 I realized that sounds kind of snippy, but I meant to not be that way.. I feel the same for anyone trying to maintain their dignity. The elderly. Homeless folks. People in wheelchairs. I would think a journalist might know better. People are awesome and generous!! ☺️

@vivekgupta74 2 ай бұрын

@@juliet-m31that's fair. I'm just grateful for the coverage!

@bmb_shailesh 2 ай бұрын

Bravo Friends🙌🏼

@dianabarrick4663 2 ай бұрын

Fascinating……..

@robzphotoz5465 2 ай бұрын

❤👍

@chaseme9860 2 ай бұрын

People don't understand that the non-motor symptoms are the true face of Parkinsons. There is not enough emphasis on this with the public.

@susannorman409 2 ай бұрын

Why don't they try DBS ?

@shellypuri2 2 ай бұрын

Some have.

@juliet-m31 2 ай бұрын

@susannorman409 I have it and I still suffer from PD. It's not a fix..Just improve some symptoms and help some side effects of Rx. Like dyskenesis. You may know this but wanted to comment. 🙌

@susannorman409 Ай бұрын

I've heard nothing but positive on it my husband just did the cognitive testing for it we will be going on schedule for DBS if he has passed this test. He's pretty incapacitated medications no longer work. I really believe he's in for a better quality of life @@juliet-m31

@barbarashea1975 2 ай бұрын

This may be great in the beginning of Parkinson’s good for you. But what have you got for the regular people who are advance in the disease. How about swim, water therapy.

@Sunshine-do3yv 28 күн бұрын

Happy spirit ✴️✴️✴️ sending love from Gypsy Sunshine 🌞🌞 I know your story.....I have a similar one.....✌️✌️✌️✌️🩰🩰🩰🩰