‘Why am I so tired?’ features occupational therapist Emma Bracher

Research shows, fatigue is the most burdensome symptoms for people with Parkinson’s, yet it’s still one of the least talked about and least understood.

So what is Parkinson’s fatigue? What causes it? And is there anything we can do to live with it — or even prevent it?

This week on 2 Parkies, we’re joined by Emma Bracher, Specialist Occupational Therapist and founder of Bigger & Better, a fitness and wellbeing programme designed specifically for people with Parkinson’s.

Emma shares her expert insight into:

• What Parkinson’s fatigue really is (and why it’s more than “just being tired”)
• Why fatigue can be so debilitating
• Practical strategies to manage energy levels day-to-day
• How occupational therapy helps people with Parkinson’s improve their ability to carry out everyday tasks and stay independent

We also get to know Emma’s personal journey — having a dad who has Parkinson’s, to how a six-year adventure in Australia inspired her to become a healthcare professional. And because it wouldn’t be 2 Parkies without a bit of fun, we also discover how Emma’s husband has turned their garage into an unexpected shrine to darts 🎯
An honest, informative, and uplifting conversation about one of Parkinson’s toughest symptoms — with plenty of practical takeaways along the way.

Links:

How can Occupational Therapy help me

https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/magazine/spotlight/how-can-occupational-therapy-help-me-if-i-have-parkinsons

Bigger and better 

https://www.biggerandbetterforparkinsons.co.uk/

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https://shop.parkinsons.org.uk/collections/parkinsons-uk-merchandise-1/2-parkies-in-a-pod

The Tremor-Loes Choir

https://m.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_n6FHxcvIQZTpv7mA4AObHQlpXg2Si5Exc

Larry 100 Marathons

https://secure2.convio.net/dpf/site/Donation2?mfc_pref=T&2720.donation=form1&df_id=2720

Skateboarding Parkie Phillip Brown 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCulUIOyLhCDo8YnwRqSL77Q

The Shaking It Up Parkinson’s Podcast

https://shakingitupwithparkinsonspodcast.com/launch-trailer/