Host Polly Swingle is joined by Paige Boll, COTA/L, to talk about the latest research and evidence relating to Parkinson's Disease. Topics discussed include the latest statistics in the United States, emerging research on risk factors, and the benefits of having an Occupational Therapist as a part of your care team.

Paige Boll, COTA/L, earned her Bachelor in Health Science with a concentration in Exercises Science at Oakland University (2018) and then went on to get her Certificate as an Occupational Therapy Assistant at Macomb Community College (2020). She joined The Recovery Project as a Rehab Tech in 2016 and had the ability to work through school before transitioning to a COTA in 2020. Paige is certified in PWR! and is a Rock Steady Boxing Coach. You can find her teaching some of TRP's Rock Steady Boxing classes in the Clinton Township location. Paige also plays an important role in the POPP (Power Over Parkinson's Program) serving as an OT provider.

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Host Polly Swingle is joined by Speech-Language Pathologist, Chrissy Regan, M.A., CCC-SLP, to talk about the benefits of working with a Speech and Language Pathologist for those with head and neck cancer. Chrissy breaks down what head and neck cancer is, causes of this type of cancer, and effective treatments for those who have been diagnosed.

Chrissy Regan, M.A., CCC-SLP, earned her Bachelor of Applied Arts in Communication Disorders (2010) and Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology (2013) from Central Michigan University. She joined The Recovery Project in February 2025 after working for 10 years in a Michigan-based outpatient rehabilitation clinic, where she developed a head and neck cancer program focused on improving speech and swallowing outcomes for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Chrissy is certified in Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT LOUD) and SpeakOut! therapy programs for the treatment of Parkinson’s Disease and she specializes in adult neurological disorders. She also holds a certification in VitalStim® therapy, an evidence-based approach for the treatment of swallowing disorders. Chrissy is also a part of the Concentrated Stroke Rehabilitation team at The Recovery Project.

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Host Polly Swingle is joined by Danny Heumann and TJ Hosa, PT, DPT. Danny shares his story of life before, during, and after having a spinal cord injury. TJ shares his insight on being Danny's Physical Therapist, friend, and what the future may hold for treatment of spinal cord injures.

Danny Heumann was paralyzed in a car accident on August 13, 1985, 2 weeks before he was to begin his freshman year at Syracuse University. He began at Syracuse a year later and graduated in 1991 from the Newhouse School of Communications with a degree in Television, Radio, Film, Management, and a minor in Political Science. He is involved as a patient advocate and leader of many organizations such as being the Vice President of the Daniel Heumann Fund for Spinal Cord Research, a foundation started by his parents, family and friends. Before joining with the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation in 2007, the Daniel Heumann Fund for Spinal Cord Research raised over $5 million dollars in its 22 year existence. In 2003, Danny along with his wife Lynn started Heumannly Capable, a motivational speaking/consulting company. Danny has spoken to a wide range of audiences from all over the country including fortune 500 companies, health organizations, small companies, colleges, and universities. In 2005, Danny was instrumental with other advocates in creating a grassroots coalition, Michigan Citizens Stem Cell Research and Cures. Since the summer of 2016, Danny has been the ADA consultant at Syracuse University in Campus Planning Design and Construction, and Facility Services assisting in all aspects of accessibility. He loves traveling between Syracuse and Ann Arbor, MI where he lives with his wife Lynn and their 21 year old daughter Katie who will be graduating college next spring. Danny's philosophy for his life: he lives for today but he hopes for tomorrow.

Dr. TJ Hosa PT, DPT, earned his Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science from Ohio State University (2011) and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Ohio University (2015). TJ has been a Physical Therapist at The Recovery Project for 10 years. He is the lead of the spinal cord injury and vestibular programs and has additional training in functional electrical stimulation (FES). TJ also specializes in the implementation of high intensity therapy for patients with neuro diagnoses. He is also certified in dry needling and has used it to treat spasticity and a multitude of pain syndromes.

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