Parkinson's Playbook
A Game Plan to Put Your Parkinson's On the Defense
Written by Robert Smith
Preface by Stanley Kerstein, M.D.
Category: Health & Fitness - Diseases - Nervous System (Incl. Brain); Medical - Reference
Format: Trade Paperback, 176 pages
On Sale Date: September 29, 2017
ISBN: 978-1-57826-708-8
The Parkinson’s Playbook puts the power in your hands, giving you the knowledge you need to proactively defend yourself against the progression of Parkinson’s disease with energy, vitality, and confidence.
The diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease is not an easy one. In The Parkinson’s Playbook, author Robert Smith has prepared an enlightening and engaging “playbook” to help you tackle Parkinson’s head on, including a pro-active offense of lifestyle improvements and defensive measures including cutting-edge medications and natural healing techniques.
The Parkinson’s Playbook makes you the MVP of your life—so get out there and win!
Also featured in The Parkinson’s Playbook:
• How to assemble a line-up of medical and emotional support systems
• Learn the importance of exercise to boost strength and relieve stress
• Effective, easy-to-implement diet changes for well-being
...and so much more, all with the unique patient’s perspective of the author’s personal experiences fighting—and winning—against his disease.
About the Author
Robert W. Smith is a Parkinson's disease advocate. His own diagnosis with Parkinson's disease has inspired him to be a mentor to those suffering from the same debilitating condition. Professionally, Robert has enjoyed a successful career as a landscape architect, and is a Fellow in the American Society of Landscape Architects. He currently lives in Denver, CO.
Stanley J. Kerstein, MD, has been practicing internal medicine at Rose Medical Center for over 30 years. Dr. Kerstein trained at the University of Colorado Medical Center, Ohio State University Hospital and served in the United States Army Medical Corp. Dr. Kerstein is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and has been recognized as one of "America's Top Physicians" for many years. Dr. Kerstein has been involved in medical education, medical administration, and clinical research. He served for many years on the board of governors of a large Denver area hospital system and continues to be involved in geriatrics as a medical director of a long term care facility. He currently lives in Denver, CO.