The Parkinson's Podcast

Sensory Overload, Proprioception, and Touch: Parkinson's and the Senses (Part 2)

May 20, 2026·16 min
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Learn more about Parkinson's and find support: https://dpf.org In part two of this three-part series on Parkinson's and the senses, the panel discusses how Parkinson's affects hearing, touch, and the ability to handle busy environments. They cover brain processing sound slower, overstimulation in noisy and crowded places, proprioception and not knowing where your body is in space, the challenge of touchscreens and keypads, and how loss of dexterity has directly impacted their careers. Sign up for updates on webinars, events, and resources for the Parkinson's community: https://dpf.org/newsletter-signup  Season 7 Episode 7 Davis Phinney Foundation, Copyright 2026

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