Parkinson's Treatment: 10 Secrets to a Happier Life

by Michael S. Okun

Internationally renowned as both a neurologist and a leading researcher, Dr. Okun has been referred to as, “the voice of the Parkinson’s disease patient.” He has an international following on the National Parkinson Foundation’s Ask the Doctor web-forum. His many books and internet blog posts are brimming with up-to date and extremely practical information. He has a talent for infusing his readers with positivity and optimism. In his current book, he unmasks the important secrets applicable to every Parkinson’s disease patient. For some sufferers the secrets have translated into walking again, for others they have restored voices, and for many they have resulted in the lifting of a depression, anxiety and desperation cloud.

"There isn't any joking with Dr. Okun about the 10 Secrets for a Happier Life in Parkinson's disease. This book is a critical resource for Parkinson's disease patients and families from around the world who speak different languages, but suffer from very similar and often disabling symptoms." –Muhammad Ali

The book addresses current Parkinson’s disease issues and also details emerging therapies (DBS, stem cells, vaccines, gene therapy, optogenetics). Okun masterfully breaks down all of the science into an easy to follow and pleasurable reading experience. Parkinson’s Treatment: 10 Secrets to a Happier Life is available in over 20 language translations, and also in an audio version. Dr. Okun has truly helped thousands of Parkinson’s disease patients and families discover the core values necessary to achieve happiness despite living with a chronic disease.

Genres: Nonfiction

128 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 14, 2013

Reviews

[Negin · Rating 3 out of 5]

The doctor who wrote this book is a world authority on Parkinson's Disease. I love his hopeful approach, which is one of involved doctors teaching and mentoring patients. This is a quick read. My only complaint is that I do wish that there was more practical information and tips. It’s a bit lacking in that area.

[Oscar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Indeed an excellent book for anyone--but specially for anyone with the disease as well as his/her family. Dr. Okun sure has a way with words--in such a way that even myself can understand! Amazing! I can definitely see everything we went through in my wife's PD diagnostics--which took many years.
I can definitely appreciate why so many doctors do not even think about this alternative---although, by now--all Hospitals should have developed their own--in house training programs so that--everyone is involved in finding/identifying/confirming this so elusive diagnostic.

Thank you so very much dr. Okun.

[Brandon Will · Rating 3 out of 5]

i feel like there's good intentions here, but that there's got to be better books about the subject, and I'll be looking for those.

This has some nice overview and general crucial info that can be so hard to get from lazy and / or hack doctors.

The language is so dry it makes things that probably aren't as confusing more confusing sometimes.

A lot of platitudes I just don't need. If this book had given more practical information for some of these bullet points I'd be more prone to just let them in.

The dude who wrote it sounds like a good doc.

All this to say, if you're desperate for more info like I've been you'll get a couple little things out if this and it only takes a couple hours to read so it doesn't hurt, but I'll be looking for better.

[Carlos Mia]

I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease following a neurological examination and other series of tests, my symptoms first appeared in February 2014 tremors in both limbs, rigid muscles, impaired posture.. all medications prescribed were not working and I sadly took off from my job, being a single Dad with two kids it was almost a hopeless situation. In September 2016, I read about Dr of multivitamincare. org in a health forum, this herbal center has successful Parkinson's disease herbal treatment and treatment for another list of terminal diseases, i contacted the herbal center via their email and purchased the Parkinson's disease herbal remedy. I received the Parkinson's disease herbal remedy via courier and immediately commenced usage. I used the remedy for about 13 weeks, and all my symptoms including tremors gradually disappeared till I almost forgot I had the disease, I have started working again, thanks to www. multivitamincare .org Parkinson's disease is not a death sentence, don't die believing there is no cure, its a final breakthrough for all living with Parkinson’s disease.

[Brenda Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was diagnosed 2 years ago at age 63. Symptoms were tremor in right leg, loss of handwriting ability,My normally beautiful cursive writing was now small cramped printing and soft voice. I also had difficulty rising from a seated position and have balance issues. I started out taking only Azilect, then Mirapex, and then Sinemet. Several months ago I started falling frequently, hence the reason for Sinemet. During the summer of 2021, I was introduced to Health Herbs Clinic and their effective Parkinson’s herbal protocol. This protocol relieved symptoms significantly, even better than the medications I was given. Visit www . healthherbsclinic . com. After First month on treatment, my tremors mysterious stopped, had improvement walking. After I completed the treatment, all symptoms were gone. I live a more productive life. I was fortunate to have the loving support of my husband and family. I make it a point to appreciate every day!

[Svzannegillian · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was diagnosed 2011. i was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. My symptoms progressed quickly. Soon i was having difficulty breathing, swallowing and even walking short distances. With the help of Kycuyu Health Clinic natural herbs I have been able to reverse my symptoms using diet, herbs, which i feel has made the most difference. The Parkinson’s natural formula immensely helped my condition, it reversed my Parkinson’s. my slurred speech. And then the inability to eat without getting choked, my Handwriting, and mobility. gradually disappeared. Visit KYCUYU HEALTH CLINIC via their official web-site www. Kycuyuhealthclinic .com I’m now playing golf again. and i turned 69 today. i am glad to get my life back DON’T GIVE UP HOPE!!!

[David Wisner · Rating 5 out of 5]

My Wife was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease when she was 52 years old 4 years ago. The levodopa did very little to help her. The medical team did even less. Her decline was rapid and devastating. It was muscle weakness at first, then her hands and tremors. Last year, a family friend told us about Natural Herbs Centre and their successful Parkinson’s Ayurveda TREATMENT, we visited their website www .natural herbs centre .com and ordered their Parkinson’s Ayurveda protocol, i am happy to report the treatment effectively treated and reversed her Parkinson’s disease, most of her symptoms stopped, she is able to walk and her writing is becoming great, sleep well and exercise regularly., she is pretty active now

[Michael D. McNair · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extremely effective illumination of methodology to cope with Parkinson's diagnosis

This book should handed out to parkinsons patients by Neurologists as soon as they utter the words " you have parkinsons " . It answers in great detail most of the questions new patients have about parkinsons. It provides readers with the tools to create a successful blue print to a success plan in dealing with Parkinson's. You don't have to be a doctor or medical professional to understand it . Care givers with Parkinson's patients should also read this book as it provides clear guidelines on what the expectations are for successful and effective care giving. Kudos to the author of this book. Nailed it!

[Oscar Romero · Rating 5 out of 5]

Indeed an excellent book for anyone--but specially for anyone with the disease as well as his/her family. Dr. Okun sure has a way with words--in such a way that even myself can understand! Amazing! I can definitely see everything we went through in my wife's PD diagnostics--which took many years.
I can definitely appreciate why so many doctors do not even think about this alternative---although, by now--all Hospitals should have developed their own--in house training programs so that--everyone is involved in finding/identifying/confirming this so elusive diagnostic.

Thank you so very much dr. Okun.

[Patty Manners · Rating 5 out of 5]

My husband Parkinson's disease symptoms has greatly subsided since using the PD-5 protocol, almost all his symptoms has subsided 4 months into using the PD-5 protocol. Google binehealthcenter. com don't give up hope.

[Prajaktta · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very good book to read but especially for parkinson's patient as well as the family and friends. Very helpful in understanding Parkinson's and the various medical treatments.

[Penny Evenson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative book! Lots of good information!

[Chrissy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helpful, short, and clear. The sections about DBS and hospitalization were really good. A good general overview of 10 things that make life with PD a little more bearable. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[Penny Evenson · Rating 5 out of 5]

very helpful information

[Kerry Browman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease since 2010, by the VA. I found that none of the current medications worked (side effects for me). I currently take pramipexole dihydrochloride three times daily. It isn’t working well neither. I still have some tremors. Was on carbidopa levodopa but only lasted 90 minutes then wore off. Down side of carbidopa is after reaching max dosage it will no longer give relief, nothing was working for me and to make matters worse there has been little if any progress in finding a reliable medical treatment for Parkinson's disease without spending thousands of $, finally this year I was introduced to Health Herbs Clinic and their effective Parkinson’s herbal protocol. This protocol relieved symptoms significantly, even better than the medications I was given.. No case of Parkinson’s, hallucination, weakness, muscle pain or tremors. I’m strong again and able to go about daily activities. Visit Health Herbs Clinic website healthherbsclinic .com

[Linda Husvar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dr. Okum, a world authority on Parkinson's Disease treatment, provides patients, families, and care-givers with a wealth of information about PD. I like his approach that doctors should mentor/teach patients. He offers hope with updated strategies for coping with Parkinson's Disease. As a PD patient, I highly recommend this book for everyone dealing with this disease.