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The Pelvic Floor and Parkinson's Disease

Speaker: Helene Bouchard, PT

June 15, 2020

3:00 - 4:30PM

Bladder problems and incontinence are common among those with Parkinson's. Helene Bouchard, a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic health, will be discussing why Parkinson’s impacts incontinence and what can be done to lessen this problem. She will also be discussing how to lift the taboo that comes along with talking about urinary continence, and will give you strategies and the power to be proactive about this common issue!

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