Breathing Exercises

Parkinson's

Ribcage Biomechanics In Parkinson’s

The Parkinson’s Solution Summit 2.0

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<h6>Barbara Pickut, MD, MPH</h6>
Hello, everyone, and welcome to The Parkinson's Solution Summit 2.0. I'm your co-host, Dr. Barbara Pickut. Today, we'll be speaking with Dr. Paul Caron on the role of the Ribcage in Expansion and Compression Biometrics as they pertain to Parkinson's. Respiratory issues and difficulty breathing have been linked to Parkinson's since it was first identified in 1817 by Dr. James Parkinson. Parkinson's, as we know, affects the movement of the arms and the legs, impacting motor control and muscle rigidity, as well as postural instability. 

Parkinson's also impacts various systems in the body, including the nerves, muscles, and muscle coordination that control breathing. From the early stages of Parkinson's onward. Breathing problems become seen as part of the disease itself, not as a separate entity or a separate condition. Breathing issues can cause some of the main speech difficulties in people with Parkinson's as well, like a softer voice/and/or difficulty forming longer sentences. Research has shown that ongoing treatment may help with both speaking and breathing. Therefore, it's essential to stay active and engage in exercise that exercise that is specifically designed for your chest, back, and lungs. Today, we'll be speaking with Dr. Caron about how Parkinson's disease affects the lungs, breathing, and, also body movement. Dr. Caron will discuss enhancing ribcage mobility to improve overall physical function and quality of life in PD. Dr. Caron, thank you for being with us today. Can you take a moment to introduce yourself?

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Dr. Paul Caron is a rehab chiropractor based in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Caron specializes in working with the ribcage and pelvis, helping his patients achieve and maintain optimal health. Initially, he aimed to work exclusively with athletes, but after discovering the profound impact of breathing mechanics on a broad range of patients, he shifted his focus to this crucial aspect of care. His comprehensive approach extends beyond chiropractic adjustments, empowering his patients with detailed action plans and movement protocols to continue their care outside the office.

Paul Caron

Paul Caron, DC

Dr. Barbara Anne Pickut, MD, MPH, is a Neurologist and Movement Disorders specialist with profound expertise in Parkinson&#8217;s disease and mindfulness-based training as a non-pharmacological intervention to enhance wellness for People with Parkinson&#8217;s and their Care Partners. She has an extensive background in clinical research for Parkinson&#8217;s, having been an investigator in multiple international new drug development trials.
Dr. Pickut&#8217;s ground-breaking research has demonstrated the benefits of mindfulness-based training in reducing Parkinson&#8217;s disease symptoms, showing measurable changes on MRI brain scans and improvements in quality of life. Her latest research involves a focus group analysis of the lived experiences of people with Parkinson&#8217;s after an 8-week mindfulness training.
Dr. Pickut is a certified teacher of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) from the University of Massachusetts Center for Mindfulness and a certified yoga instructor.
Contact: barbara@parkinsonsmindfulness.com

Ribcage Biomechanics In Parkinson’s

Barbara Pickut, MD, MPH

Paul Caron, DC

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