Documentary: Many Faces of Parkinson's: Magic and MIracles

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Comcast Cable Channel 29

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Vicki Anderson, Media Relations
/>intrinsichealth@gmail.com
541-543-0223

Many Faces of Parkinson’s: Magic and Miracles
A Five-Part Documentary
4:00PM Sundays, February 26-March 25, 2012
Re-runs 7:00PM Saturdays, March 3-31, 2012
Community Television of Lane County, Comcast Cable Channel 29

“Many Faces of Parkinson’s: Magic and Miracles” produced and directed by Vicki
Anderson of Intrinsic Health is a compassionate and heart wrenching documentary
revealing the essence of what it is like to live with Parkinson’s. No Hollywood glitz, it’s
authentic, live-video and non-scripted. Eight local individuals decided it’s time to educate,
inspire and deliver a realistic view of living their lives with Parkinson’s. The vulnerability,
courage, hope, laughter and tears shared by participants is raw and inspiring.

“Many Faces of Parkinson’s: Magic and Miracles” is supported by professionals working
here in the Eugene-Springfield area⎯from Acupuncture to Neurology, Physical Therapy
to Research. This amazing production has a level of intimacy rarely seen in today’s media.
Reaching into the homes of people in our community and those who serve and take care of
individuals with Parkinson’s. “Many Faces of Parkinson’s: Magic and Miracles” shares how
Parkinson’s impacts individuals, families, friends and our community as well as educates
where to get services and support.

Based on real life events, “Many Faces of Parkinson’s: Magic and Miracles” presents an
opportunity to learn more about a progressive, degenerative disease. Beginning February 26th
the five-part documentary runs on Sundays, 4:00PM on CTV Channel 29. Each show will
re-run the Saturday following each Sunday showing (7:00 PM Saturdays, March 3-31, 2012)
For more information please contact: Vicki Anderson, Media Relations, available for interview
intrinsichealth@gmail.com. 541-543-0223

Many Faces of Parkinson's: Magic and Miracles, Ep. 1 of 5
WHO gets Parkinson’s Disease?
The quick answer is: lots of people! This episode will introduce just a few of the more than 50,000 Americans who are diagnosed annually. These Eugeneans give an overview of the disease, their individual symptoms, how they came to be diagnosed (yes, there was some denial) and some of the changes it has brought to their lives.

Many Faces of Parkinson's: Magic and Miracles, Ep. 2 of 5
WHAT is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s is many different things to many different people. In this segment, a neurologist provides information about the disease and evaluates a new patient, two physicians who have Parkinson’s discuss the disease’s effects and how to manage and counteract some of them, and two people who have undergone treatment with Deep Brain Stimulation describe its benefits.

Many Faces of Parkinson's: Magic and Miracles, Ep. 3 of 5
WHEN is it appropriate to seek alternatives to traditional medicine for treatment of Parkinson’s?
This episode just might convince you that alternatives are always a good idea! Accupuncture, herbal treatment, naturopathic medicine, the Alexander Technique, and the Feldenkrais Method are examined with a focus on how those with Parkinson’s can benefit from a broad variety of treatments.

Many Faces of Parkinson's: Magic and Miracles, Ep. 4 of 5
WHERE can I go for even more help?
If you are fortunate enough to live in Eugene, a number of places! Strength derived from movement has clearly been shown to be of value to those with Parkinson’s. Yoga, tai chi, speech and voice therapy, physical therapy, and Let’s Move and Vibronics classes are introduced as some of the methods that can be individually adapted to maintain and improve the mobility that Parkinson’s will often diminish.

Many Faces of Parkinson's: Magic and Miracles, Ep. 5 of 5
HOW do Parkinson’s patients and those who love them deal with this diagnosis?
You will see that they deal with it honestly—with concern and sorrow, and with resilience and optimism. Here, people with Parkinson’s and those who care about, and for, them speak to the many features of the disease and the challenges they have had to face. Yet for every symptom and set-back, there is a way to cope and a reason for hope.