Constipation and Parkinson’s – October Wellness Webcast

REGISTER HERE FOR the october Wellness Webcast: Constipation and parkinson’s

Constipation can be a challenging symptom of Parkinson’s, but did you know that exercise routine and even positioning on the toilet can help get things moving? Physical therapists and Dieticians can assist in making adjustments to your daily routines and diet to make a difference when it comes to bathroom hygiene.

About the Presenters

Sandi Gallagher PT, WCS

Sandi is a pelvic health physical therapist in Portland OR. Her practice includes providing evaluation and treatment of pelvic health conditions in adults and children of all gender identities. Dr. Gallagher received her primary physical therapy training in 1986 with a BS in Physical therapy from the University of Lowell in Massachusetts. She has pursued varied continuing education from manual therapy, Feldenkrais, biophysical agents, pelvic health, pregnancy. She completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in June 2020. She has served on varied committees and boards at the state and national level, including as the chair of the CAPP-OB Committee for the Academy of Pelvic Health of the APTA. She is the recipient of the 2020 Elizabeth Noble Award from the Academy of Pelvic Health.

Jelena Etemovic, MS, RDN

Jelena is a dedicated and compassionate Registered Dietitian specializing in providing comprehensive support for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Her journey into this specialized field began during her college years when her father was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, marking the onset of her role as his primary caregiver. This personal experience ignited Jelena’s passion for leveraging the power of nutrition to address the multifaceted challenges and symptoms associated with PD.