Video & Audio Resources

The Northern California Chapter of The Neuropathy Association is pleased to offer the following DVDs to help people learn more about neuropathy and related subjects.  We will continue to develop more selections, so check back here periodically to see what is new.

Each of our support groups receives a copy of our DVDs.  They may elect to show one at a meeting, or to have it available for members to borrow.  Check with your local support group to find out their plans.

If you would like your own copy of a DVD, or a CD of its soundtrack, you may order online using the buttons below, or, if you prefer, you may complete our order form and pay by check. Online ordering is coming soon!  By mid-July, you may order DVDs online and pay by credit card.  Until then, use the order form and pay by check.

Our video program has been made possible through the generous gifts of NCCNA member Bill Heisinger, which have enabled us to purchase our video camera, DVD duplicator & printer, and related equipment.  We are also grateful to our speakers, who have let us record and distribute their presentations, and to the Neuropathy Action Foundation, which has let us record at the Neuropathy Action Awareness Day events.

Video List
Gentle Yoga

Mae Denman, a certified yoga teacher with a studio in West Sacramento, and NCCNA Board Member Emeritus and West Sacramento group leader Sandra Vinson team up to offer a private session of gentle yoga designed specifically for people with peripheral neuropathy and other physical challenges.  After a brief explanation of how and why yoga works, they go through a variety of easy exercises designed to facilitate breathing and easier moving.  Mae does not believe in the “no pain, no gain” philosophy.  She understands the needs of people with disabilities, and her techniques are healthy and helpful.

This DVD features 43 separate exercises, each of which has been marked as a chapter on the DVD menu. That way, viewers can easily go directly to any exercise desired, or repeat it as much as they’d like. The DVD also features demonstrations by both Mae and Sandra of the “daily dozen,” a collection of exercises for starting and ending the day.  An NCCNA Production.  Not available on CD.  Handout available.

Dr. Ezekiel Fink—Small Fiber Neuropathy: Answering the Burning QuestionsDr. Ezekiel Fink

Dr. Ezekiel Fink, a UCLA neurologist specializing in pain management, presents an excellent overview of neuropathy, its causes, diagnosis, and treatment, with an emphasis on small fiber neuropathy (SFN), recorded at Shriners Hospital October 2009. This informative presentation contrasts small fiber neuropathy with large fiber, and explains new diagnostic techniques that can help neurologists determine the nature of the neuropathy so that the core issue may be treated.  Available mid-January 2010.  An NCCNA Production.  Handout available.

Annual Spring Meeting 2010

An NCCNA Production.

Dr. Jeffrey Reinking—Neuropathic Regimens:  Reflections on Eye of Newt and Toe of Frog

Dr. Reinking, Director of the Auburn Pain Rehabilitation Medical Clinic, gives a comprehensive overview of pain, discussing how pain affects the body, the need for pain control, how pain medications work, and addictions and other concerns.  One audience member said she gain more understanding from hearing this presentation than she had from many such presentations in the past.  Handout available.

Dominick Spatafora—Neuropathy Action Foundation Activities

The Neuropathy Action Foundation President talks about some of the NAF's latest activities and gives a preview of the 2010 Neuropathy Action Awareness Day.

Tara Stiles—Tai Chi & Chi Kung

Instructor Tara Stiles leads a session of Chi Kung and Tai Chi movements.  These gentle motions facilitate better breathing and movement.  Handout available.

Bonus:  Bev Anderson Gets Her Due

Retiring NCCNA President Bev Anderson receives and award and a special gift.

Annual Spring Meeting 2010—Special Material

This DVD features the presentation of the 2009 Annual Report, Bev's award, and an important discussion about the future of the NCCNA.  Members who are interested in what is happening with our association may request this DVD for free, though we would greatly appreciate any donation to cover our costs.  An NCCNA Production.

Annual Spring Meeting 2009

An NCCNA Production.

Dr. Ken Furukawa

Dr. Ken Furukawa, Associate Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine for the UC Davis Health System, stood in for the original speaker.  He has worked extensively in pain management practice and research, and covered aspects of pain management, including the roles and effects of various treatments.

Dominick Spatafora

Dominick Spatafora, President of Neuropathy Action Foundation, shared his testimony about how the denial of insurance coverage for his needed IVIG treatments prompted him to found the organization, and he also gave a preview of what to expect at the Third Annual Neuropathy Action Awareness Day that June.

Neuropathy Action Awareness Day 2009 # 1—Afternoon Speakers

An NCCNA Production.

Mims Cushing

Author of You Can Cope with Peripheral Neuropathy: 365 Tips for Living a Full Life

In her lively presentation, “You CAN Cope with Peripheral Neuropathy,” Mims presents ten key ways to handle the challenges of neuropathy and other tough situations.

Jen Seda, MD

Director of US Product Management, Talecris Biotherapeutics

Dr. Seda explains how “Good Immune Systems Go Bad in Neuropathy,” using military metaphors that explains why it can sometimes feel like one is losing the battle.

Michelle Vogel MPA

Partner, Washington Strategic Consulting

In “Understanding Your Health Insurance,” Michelle discusses why you must “never let your health insurance lapse,” the necessity of reading your policy, and other key elements of dealing with health insurance. Even with recent policy changes, this information is still critical.

Margaret Reilly

Program Manager, Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP)

Margaret Reilly tell us how we can be “Championing Healthcare Rights For Yourself and Others,” discussing various rights people with different policies have, and where to turn to for help.

Neuropathy Action Awareness Day 2009 # 2—Afternoon Duos

An NCCNA Production.

Eric I. Hassid, MD and Marco Vespignani, ND

Institute for Restorative Health, Davis, California

These two colleagues team up to explore “Alternative Options in Treating Neuropathy.”

Todd Levine, MD

Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center and Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Arizona

Gil I. Wolfe, MD, FAAN

Dr. Bob and Jean Smith Foundation Distinguished Chair Professor of Neurology, UT Southwestern Medical School

Doctors Wolfe and Levine give an important foundation of facts as they teach “Neuropathy 101 for Patients.”

Bonus Features

California State Senator Leland Yee shares a few words.

Martha Chandley receives the “You Are Our Hero” award and shares some comments.

Neuropathy Action Awareness Day 2009 # 3—Evening Speakers

An NCCNA Production.

Jeffrey Ralph, MD

Assistant Clinical Professor, University of California, San Francisco

Dr. Ralph instructs the audience on “Neuropathy 101 for the General Public.”

Jonathan Katz, MD

Chief of Neuromuscular Services at California Pacific Medical Center

Dr. Katz examines “Appropriate Decisions in Neuropathy Treatment.”

Bonus Features

California Assemblywoman Mary Hayashi and California State Senator Leland Yee share a few words.

Claudia Foutz, Neuropathy Action Foundation Secretary, kicks off the dinner, presents Bev Anderson to say a few words about the NCCNA, and gives the “You Are Our Hero” awards to Martha Chandley and Diane Spatafora.

Dr. Jeffrey Ralph—A Review of Peripheral Neuropathy

This presentation by Dr. Jeffrey Ralph, neurologist and Director of the UC San Francisco Neuropathy Center, was made in October 2005 and professional recorded by Channel 28 Productions and the Golden Rain Foundation.  DVD Item # RALPH1005D. CD Item # RALPH1005C.

Dr. Peter Skaff—Peripheral Neuropathy:  What It Is and What Can Be Done About It

This Sacramento-area neurologist spoke at the Eskaton Village in Fair Oaks in September 2008.  DVD Item # SKAFF0908D. CD Item # SKAFF0908C.

More items in production.  Check back soon!