Kirk Gibson diagnosed with Parkinson's disease

[Brian in Mesa]

Wish him nothing but the best.

Thanks for the memories, Kirk.

 

[Brian in Mesa]

Kirk Gibson diagnosed with Parkinson's disease

http://www.freep.com/story/sports/m...rk-gibson-parkinsons-disease-tigers/26512119/

"I have faced many different obstacles in my life, and have always maintained a strong belief that no matter the circumstances, I could overcome those obstacles," Gibson, 57, said in a released statement. "While this diagnosis poses a new kind of challenge for me, I intend to stay true to my beliefs. With the support of my family and friends, I will meet this challenge with the same determination and unwavering intensity that I have displayed in all of my endeavors in life. I look forward to being back at the ballpark as soon as possible."

 

[Dback Jon]

Best wishes to him!

 

[Ronin]

 

[unseenaz]

Very sad. Best of thoughts with him

 

[82CardsGrad]

Wow that's a major bummer... God Bless Kurt...

 

[Phrazbit]

Yikes, that sucks.

I wonder if his awkward gait was some of his symptoms showing. I'd always figured it was just wear and tear from baseball.

 

[unseenaz]

Yikes, that sucks.

I wonder if his awkward gait was some of his symptoms showing. I'd always figured it was just wear and tear from baseball.

you know, I've often wondered the same. you look at some of his old interviews and appearances (10+ years ago) and you can really tell the difference.

 

[BC867]

What a shock. I wish Kirk the best.

 

[BC867]

Here is an interesting quote about it.

Lieberman, director of Barrow Neurological Institute's Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center in Phoenix, said that others may notice signs of the disease itself before the afflicted person does.

That may have been the case with Gibson. While watching a Diamondbacks broadcast three years ago, a Barrow doctor saw Gibson walking the field with short, shuffling steps.

"She came to me and said, 'Kirk Gibson has Parkinson's disease,'" Lieberman said of his colleague, whose assessment was not based on a comprehensive exam required for a diagnosis.

Lieberman said he did not think much about his colleague's words until Gibson revealed the diagnosis. He called his fellow Barrow doctor to tell her she was right.

http://www.azcentral.com/story/spor...gibson-diagnosed-parkinsons-disease/26514123/

'Sort of a professional diagnosis of what I've referred to as mumbling and walking to the mound looking like an old man.

'Sorry, Kirk. I didn't realize it was medically related.

It is sad that years of stress of managing a Major League baseball team might have contributed to his condition.

 

[AZ Native]

Here is an interesting quote about it.



http://www.azcentral.com/story/spor...gibson-diagnosed-parkinsons-disease/26514123/

'Sort of a professional diagnosis of what I've referred to as mumbling and walking to the mound looking like an old man.

'Sorry, Kirk. I didn't realize it was medically related.

Nor did any of us. But must admit I was wondering if it was a medical issue. Regardless, thanks to Kirk and good luck in the future.

 

[DbaxJ]

I wondered about medical issues myself.. I was only going as deep as joint problems making life miserable to move every day! Being a former baseball/football player myself with way less years on the field on me I can imagine how his frame has taken a beating and how bad he may be feeling... Parkinson's is a b*t*h! I wish him all the best and hope he has the best therapy and treatment available to help keep the disease at bay!

And hey all u old timers.. Ya it's me.. Not a mirage! Glad to see a lot of familiar faces still trollin round. I hope to be active again around here...

 

[Dback Jon]

And hey all u old timers.. Ya it's me.. Not a mirage! Glad to see a lot of familiar faces still trollin round. I hope to be active again around here...

Woo hoo - great to see you back

 

[DbaxJ]

Thx Jon... Let's see if I can remember how to do this... Ha ha

 

[Kel Varnsen]

DbaxJ!

 

[DbaxJ]

DbaxJ!

What's up... Yes I'm still alive and kicking!! LoL