I am getting trigger point injections (for pain) from my Neurologist and working witih a personal trainer to improve my posture and core strength. I also see a chiropractor twice a month. Eating is very tiring and causes a lot of neck pain because I have to focus so hard on geting the food to my mouth. 
Terri
after a road smash, left with major neck injury (discs deflecting the spinal cord)
had private healthcare at tht tine, and they funded 17 combined acupuncture and massage sessions.
it was really good, and i highly recommend
I just finished a study at at the University of AZ Medical Center
on acupuncture. I found some relief from the pain but now PD
is as active as it was before the acupuncture. They adjusted
my meds.
You might want to ask your doctor about cervical dystonia.. i have same problem and am treated with botox injections
That was an option that was offered to me but she said it could make it worse. I'm very happy it's working for you. 
My neurologist wants me to get Botox injections for my problems and the neurologist said
the Boxtox would help the PD ans the pain in the chest at the xiyphoid level. What does
Botox actually accomplish?
My neck at vertebra 1 and 2 is very bad arthritis. I am supposed to start some type of injection treatment on Friday, finally, my insurance has finally seen the light. They were ready to fork over the big bucks for surgery but this new doc. said no to that and that this treatment will be more beneficial. We will see????/
I hope it works for you.
The neck pain is probably dystopia often as part if your parkinsons. Dystopia is muscle cramping usually improved with mayo par dispersible or and increase in sinmet
I have stiff neck and find a combination of yoga erxercises and qi gong helpful.
I suggest "Bio Freeze" Best price is on Amazon.
My husband's neurologist gave him an upper cervical epidural----it was wonderful--No more neck pain! This happened over 4 years ago, and the neck pain never returned. Now he is dealing with hip and leg pains, but not bad enough to seek attention--just takes two Aleve.
I get Botox shots every 10 weeks for my neck and curling toes!
It works great!
Good Luck!
maidar, are the injections difficult to take?
Also I tried acupuncture which offered some relief, but my insurance does not cover that!
I had severe neck pain a few years ago and got relief from a cervical epidural. Since then I have been fiine as long as I always wear a soft neck brace to bed.
Can you tell me what type (brand) of brace it is and where you got it, please.
I live in Nigeria and bought it at a medical supplies shop. They must be readily available where you live. Just make sure it is a soft cervical collar and if you try it on first you'll get one that is comfortable.
That's what I got for my husband it,does take some of the weight off
the most recent Neurology Now has an article on cervical dystonia.
Neurology Now is a magazine you can get a free subscription to and get
articles from.
That photo scared the livin daylights out of me since i also have cervicle dystonia. Thank god for the botox... Insurance covers botox too. I Also get it in my eyelids for a différent type of dystonia.. well worth the ouch!
it's a pretty advanced case.
Definately....., the botox alllows me to hold my head up. glad it was caught in early stages.. i dont have that strain on my neck anymore
Same as ours dreadful
I go for my cervical epidural tomorrow afternoon, FINALLY. My insurance company is dragging there feet but the Doctors office is going to go ahead and do this. Hope that it works. Wont know how to react or live with out pain, or headache or better yet migraines.
Does this procedure help?
Well I WAS. Got word this afternoon that the insurance company will not back it. Out of network. WTH!!!!!!
Ask them to find you a provider (s) in network. It may not be the doc you are seeing now but you would be able to vet the doctors they provide and still be able to get the procedure. Wising you a successful outcome.
I am waiting for the doc office to send me a copy of the letter then I start to hammer the insurance to come up with in network.
Thanks
Great, I hope it works out for you. Let me know.
Did this ever work out for you? If so, how did the epidural work for you?
wishing you good outcome and may the insurance company pay the bill promptly.
My husband is the PD patient and I am noticing he's bent over more and has his head in a forward leaning position when he walks ....but so far he has not told me of neck pain. he has recently begun taking sinemet and it is very helpful in many ways. He is 76 years old and was diagnosed 3 years ago, although lately we have been discussing the possibility that he may have had PD long before he was diagnosed.
Sorry, meant to say good luck with your current treatment.
Hi tlongmire
I am not a doctor or any form of medical professional. Many Pd sufferers have this problem! When I was diagnosed, I was leaning forwards from the hips, and my head almost faced the ground. After many years of all sorts of exercise, I found that if I lay on my stomach and place my arms by my side and practice lifting my head and torso off the ground, I have strengthened my back and neck muscles and have overcome the head problems. I overcame the bending forwards at the waste by concentrating on standing erect. Easier said than done! Both of these actions have overcome the posture problem. I will do anything to avoid takinf medication!
John
Thanks John.
Thanks for the useful exercise advice, John. I always incorporate your strategies into my practice.
The Botox injections worked great for the severe stiffness in my neck & shoulders ..
Hi, I was wondering if anyone had any advice for me, my pd, moved up into the left side of my face and mouth.
Has anyone had problems with the SS Dept. with a diagnosis of PD and having to fight for your monies????
Has anyone had the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) op? I have just had the op and am keen to share experiences. I have had PD for 17 years.
Does anyone have severe pain in their arm? I mention this to my movement disorder doctor and she did not seem to think much of it. 
Has anyone tried Glutathione and had any success with it? I read it was supposed to help with PD and Dementia. I want to try on hubby. 
