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 » Parkinson's disease treatment of PD Essential tremor dystonia PD dystonia treatments deep brain stimulation therapy DBS therapy
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 » Parkinson's disease treatment of PD PD research Levodopa Rytary Sinemet carbidopa managing Parkinsons Parkinsons medication
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 PD DBS research Muhammad Ali
Parkinson's Disease New Medications available for managing Parkinson’s Disease June 2, 2016 | 2 Comments on New Medications available for managing Parkinson’s Disease There have been several exciting recent developments in the realization of advanced treatment options and new medications for Parkinson’s disease. Patients with PD should consider seeking a medication review at least annually to see if they can benefit from the latest developments for treatment of PD. Read more » Parkinson's disease treatment of PD neurological disorders Deep Brain Stimulation dystonia movement disorders demenita PD DBS movement disorder specialist Anticholinergics Azilect COMT inhibitors Duopa Pump Exelon Patch Levodopa levodopa/carbidopa MAO-B inhibitors medication review Nuplazid Parkinson's medications Rytary Sinemet
Hormone Replacement Therapy Parkinson's Disease Hormone Replacement Therapy to Treat Parkinson’s disease April 28, 2016 | 1 Comment on Hormone Replacement Therapy to Treat Parkinson’s disease For the past two years Neurology Solutions Movement Disorders Center has trialed approximately 80 Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (HRT) as part of their treatment plan. With this protocol, Neurology Solutions is striving to bring the patients’ hormone levels closer to the hormone profile of their youth and investigate its impact on mobility, motor fluctuations, cognition, mood and quality of life. Read more » Parkinson's disease treatment of PD movement disorders PD Parkinson hormone replacement therapy HRT
Exercise & Mobility Nutrition & Brain Health Parkinson's Disease Managing Common Parkinson’s symptoms March 1, 2016 | 2 Comments on Managing Common Parkinson’s symptoms Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease can be disruptive and extremely uncomfortable and can affect an individual’s “Activities of Daily Living,” or ADL’s. Many people with PD can live independently and perform daily functions with the help of adaptive aids, therapy, and following these tips for managing common Parkinson's symptoms. Read more » movement disorders PD Parkinson activities of daily living ADLs gait training hand shaking managing movement disorders Parkinson's freezing parkinson's symptoms resources for PD temor trouble swallowing voice problems
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Dystonia Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation Therapy Lunch & Learns February 17, 2016 | Leave a Comment Medtronic has scheduled a series of lunch and learns for implanted and new patients considering Deep Brain Stimulation implant surgery in Austin. The Lunch and Learns include “Battery Longevity Clinic” for implanted patients and “Behind the Surgical Curtain” for new patients. Read more » Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation dystonia PD DBS movement disorder Parkinson DBS battery longevity DBS implant surgery
Concierge Neurology Care Movement Disorders Require Specialized Care January 6, 2016 | 2 Comments on Movement Disorders Require Specialized Care Movement disorders are complex diseases with physical and psychological symptoms that can affect not only the patient, but those close to them. No one test, scan or checklist can accurately diagnose movement disorders. Choosing the right physician to diagnose and manage the condition is an important decision. Read more » Neurologist Essential tremor dystonia PD fellowship trained Huntington's disease movement disorder specialist National Parkinson's Disease Foundation Parkinson Restless Legs Syndrome tics Tourette's treatment for movemement disorders
Digestive Health & the Brain Nutrition & Brain Health Parkinson's Disease DASH diet recommended for people with Parkinson’s October 6, 2015 | 4 Comments on DASH diet recommended for people with Parkinson’s Recommended diet for Parkinson's disease, the DASH diet is high in antioxidant, neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory foods. Benefits include maximizing the potential of medications, preventing hospitalization and improving overall well-being. Read more » Parkinson's disease PD anti-aging anti-inflammatory antioxidants DASH diet Mediterranean diet neuroprotective Parkinson’s diet Parkinson’s nutrition PD nutrition
Exercise & Mobility Parkinson's Disease Neuroprotective benefits of exercise for Parkinson’s July 20, 2015 | 1 Comment on Neuroprotective benefits of exercise for Parkinson’s A growing body of evidence suggests that high levels of moderate to vigorous exercise may be a key interventional and neuroprotective therapy to slow progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Likewise, PD experts agree that physical activity is beneficial to PD patients at most stages of their disease, including at early diagnosis. Read more » cognitive benefits demenita National Parkinson's Foundation neuroplasticity neuroprotection neuroprotective benefits of exercise neurotrophins Parkinson's disease research Parkinson's Fitness PD vigorous exercise for Parkinson's
