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Strategies for Living Well with Parkinson’s

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So you’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. What do you do next? First, understand that Parkinson’s disease affects each person differently and no two cases are exactly the same. There are several concrete steps you can take to gain control of your health and maintain a high quality of life with PD. Read on for strategies for living well with Parkinson's.

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Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation: Precision, Risks & Results

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Neurology Solutions Medical Director Dr. Robert Izor has participated in more than 200 Medtronic deep brain stimulation procedures since 2004 with St. David's Medical Center Neurosurgeon Anant Patel. Using high resolution advanced imaging technology, Dr. Izor and Dr. Patel have been able to precisely target specific areas of the brain signaling motor symptoms, allowing for excellent DBS response and no side effects. This article will lay out the most common risks and results of deep brain stimulation surgery as well as explain why “awake DBS” is the gold standard for optimal precision.

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Metabolic Enhancements for Parkinson’s, DBS Topics of Talk

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Dr. Robert Izor and the Neurology Solutions care team will lead a panel discussion on key topics of interest to the Parkinson's community, including treatment options and the latest Parkinson's research breakthroughs, during an upcoming meeting of the Capital Area Parkinson's Society. The Neurology Solutions providers panel will discuss Deep Brain Stimulation surgery (DBS) as well as metabolic enhancements for Parkinson's disease as a way to slow the progression of neurodegenerative disease process.

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How can Yoga help Parkinson’s patients?

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Yoga is credited with providing benefits such as increased flexibility and stability, reduced stress and better sleep. Recent research also indicates yoga and meditation practice cause structural changes to areas of the brain impacted by PD and contribute to improved memory, cognition and mood. How can Yoga help Parkinson's patients and individuals with neurodegenerative diseases?

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What is the process for DBS surgery

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What is the process for DBS surgery?

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Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) therapy is used to disrupt the abnormal nerve signals causing motor symptoms in conditions such as Parkinson's disease (PD), tremor and dystonia. DBS implant surgery is a performed in a three-stage process followed by several initial programming sessions. In this article, we will describe which areas of the brain are targeted for specific conditions and the process for DBS surgery.

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Who is a Candidate for Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery?

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Deep brain stimulation surgery is generally considered when quality of life is no longer acceptable and medicine no longer addresses symptoms of disorders such as Parkinson's, essential tremor and dystonia effectively. Research indicates that deep brain stimulation's benefits may be just as promising for people in the earlier stages of Parkinson's, and individuals at minimal risk who can get benefit from the treatment should consider this option. Read on to find out if you are a candidate for DBS.

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Deep Brain Stimulation for Movement Disorders

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Patients with a movement disorder such as Parkinson's disease, dystonia and essential tremor often consider deep brain stimulation (DBS) implant surgery to stabilize their symptoms, reduce the need for medications and to provide more consistent relief of symptoms in medication off-periods. During this surgery, the surgeon implants thin insulated wires called electrodes into one or both sides of the brain to stimulate areas of the brain that control movement. Unlike other brain surgeries to address movement disorders, DBS does not damage brain tissue and can be reversed if other treatments become available.

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Treatments for secondary symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

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The changes in the brain that cause motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease spread gradually but in time they often begin to affect mental functions, including memory and the ability to pay attention, make sound judgments and plan the steps needed to complete a task, known as “executive function.” Medication treatment is available for secondary symptoms of Parkinson's disease affecting mental function, such as dementia, psychosis and impaired executive function.

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Muhammad Ali’s Passing is Reminder There is Still Work to be Done

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Last week, the world lost Muhammad Ali, “The Greatest,” a hero, humanitarian and champion for Parkinson’s disease (PD). A sports legend and cultural icon, Ali was the world’s most famous Parkinson’s patient. His passing is a reminder that the fight against PD is not over, and there is still much work to be done. Since 2003, public funding for Parkinson’s research has dropped 50 percent, from $300 million to just $150 million in 2016, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

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