Parkinson's Disease Parkinson’s Early Signs and Symptoms May 5, 2017 | Leave a Comment Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurological disorder that leads to motor symptoms such as shaking and difficulty with movement and coordination. Approximately 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with PD each year and an estimated 1 million live with the condition, according to the National Institutes of Health. This article will provide information on Parkinson’s early signs and symptoms and will help answer the question "what is Parkinson's?" Read more » what is Parkinson's? Parkinson's early signs parkinson's symptoms
Parkinson's Disease Young Onset Parkinson’s Inspires Austin man to Pursue Goals March 9, 2017 | 1 Comment on Young Onset Parkinson’s Inspires Austin man to Pursue Goals Neurology Solutions patient Alex Andron’s path has traversed a successful career on Wall Street to new ventures as an artist, author and adventurer who plans to climb to the peak of Hawaii’s Mauna Kea in August as an advocate for Parkinson’s disease (PD). Andron, who was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s disease (YOPD) at 35 years old, is currently completing an autobiographical book about his experience with YOPD, No Limits, scheduled for release this spring. He tracks his journey on his blog, ElevateParkinsons.com, and shares his inspiring story of accepting and overcoming the challenges of living with YOPD. Read more »
Parkinson's Disease Supplements & Neuroprotection Developments in Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease January 11, 2017 | Leave a Comment This past year brought several exciting developments in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. From fast-tracking of an antibody being trialed as an immunotherapy drug in cancer treatment to FDA approval of the first medication to treat PD psychosis, researchers are advancing new medications for motor and secondary symptoms of the disease and gaining greater understanding of and potential therapies to slow disease process. Read more » Parkinson's research PD psychosis PD medications LAG3 Nuplazid new parkinson's treatments
Exercise & Mobility Parkinson's Disease Strategies for Living Well with Parkinson’s December 2, 2016 | 2 Comments on Strategies for Living Well with Parkinson’s 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. Read more » sleep disturbances parkinsons exercise for Parkinsons Parkinsons medication movement disorder specialist Parkinson’s nutrition treatment of PD Parkinson's disease
Cellular Energy Support Group Parkinson's Disease Metabolic Enhancements for Parkinson’s, DBS Topics of Talk October 12, 2016 | Leave a Comment 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. Read more » C Parkinson’s nutrition movement disorders Deep Brain Stimulation Medtronic treatment of PD Parkinson's disease Capital Area Parkinson's Society exercise for Parkinsons
Exercise & Mobility Parkinson's Disease How can Yoga help Parkinson’s patients? September 27, 2016 | Leave a Comment 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? Read more » yoga for Parkinsons PD fitness meditation movement disorders Parkinson's disease
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Dystonia Essential Tremor Parkinson's Disease Tourette Syndrome Who is a Candidate for Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery? August 18, 2016 | Leave a Comment 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. Read more » DBS therapy deep brain stimulation therapy dystonia treatments PD dystonia Essential tremor treatment of PD Parkinson's disease
Oral Medications Parkinson's Disease Treatments for secondary symptoms of Parkinson’s disease July 14, 2016 | Leave a Comment 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. Read more » dementia Parkinson's disease treatment of PD neurological disorders movement disorder Parkinson medications secondary symptoms of PD Parkinson's dementia
Oral Medications Parkinson's Disease Managing Parkinson’s with medication July 7, 2016 | Leave a Comment Choices about medications made early in the course of disease can have a lasting impact on the course of the illness. Learn about medications for managing Parkinson's disease. Read more » Rytary Sinemet carbidopa managing Parkinsons Parkinsons medication Levodopa research PD Parkinson's disease treatment of PD
Parkinson's Disease Muhammad Ali’s Passing is Reminder There is Still Work to be Done June 17, 2016 | Leave a Comment 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). Read more » Parkinson's disease research PD DBS Muhammad Ali
