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Old 12-27-20, 07:33 AM
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Riding with Parkinson's Disease

I'm curious if anyone out there has any lessons learned from riding with Parkinson's. I'm 72 and was diagnosed in October. I have a mild resting tremor in my right hand and my other cluster of symptoms is also very mild. I am hoping to continue riding for many years but realize that is a bit of a crap shoot. So far I haven't needed to start Parkinson's meds. That is one of the things I worry most about since some of them can cause dizziness. I already have mild orthostatic hypotension (common with PD). It can make me light headed occasionally in the evening but never (so far) on the bike. Anyone out there have any experience or suggestions?
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