Why Am I So Tired?

‘Why am I so tired?’ features occupational therapist Emma BracherResearch 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 debilitatingPractical strategies to manage energy levels day-to-dayHow occupational therapy helps people with Parkinson’s improve their ability to carry out everyday tasks and stay independentWe 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 mehttps://www.parkinsons.org.uk/magazine/spotlight/how-can-occupational-therapy-help-me-if-i-have-parkinsonsBigger and better https://www.biggerandbetterforparkinsons.co.uk/2 Parkies Bobble hats - use the code WarmFeb (up to 28/2) at checkout to receive 10% off any clothinghttps://shop.parkinsons.org.uk/collections/parkinsons-uk-merchandise-1/2-parkies-in-a-podThe Tremor-Loes Choirhttps://m.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_n6FHxcvIQZTpv7mA4AObHQlpXg2Si5ExcLarry 100 Marathonshttps://secure2.convio.net/dpf/site/Donation2?mfc_pref=T&2720.donation=form1&df_id=2720Skateboarding Parkie Phillip Brown https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCulUIOyLhCDo8YnwRqSL77QThe Shaking It Up Parkinson’s Podcasthttps://shakingitupwithparkinsonspodcast.com/launch-trailer/