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Detours Through the Parkinsonian Brain
Shared from zenodo.org. What is this book full of detours all about?Parkinson’s disease may be associated with obstaclesin cognitive functioning. In these book we call them“thinking obstacles”. Before you lies the first Englishedition of a book that will help you...
Uses of Botulinum toxin in Parkinson’s disease
Shared from apdaparkinson.org. You most likely know that Botulinum toxin (more commonly referred to as Botox®, among other brand names) is used for cosmetic purposes to decrease wrinkles. Prior to being used in this way, Botulinum toxin was used for medical...
5 Stages of Parkinson’s Progression
Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com. Parkinson’s disease is a neurological movement disorder that usually worsens over time. There are several ways to measure the progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD). One example is the five stages. Although grouping symptoms into...
Life With Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease
Shared from apdaparkinson.org. Get ready to be inspired! In this session of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, special guests Allison, Bryan, Steven, and Julia discussed Young onset Parkinson’s disease. Young onset Parkinson’s disease (YOPD) is defined as Parkinson’s that is...
Memory Function and Parkinson’s Disease
Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is more than a disorder of movement and motor function. Cognitive decline is also a component of PD for many people. Cognition is the umbrella term for thinking, knowing, remembering, problem-solving, and...
Nourishing Wellness: How to Harness Food as Medicine for Parkinson’s
Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com. Nutrition can be a powerful tool in managing Parkinson's disease (PD). Whole, nutrient-dense foods provide your body with the best building blocks for peak function, maintenance and repair. Every positive food choice is a step...
What Makes a ‘Good’ Nursing Home? 10 Points to Consider
Shared from stinsonelderlaw.com. If you are looking for a nursing home for yourself or a loved one, you want to choose a good facility. But what makes a nursing home good? Though good can be hard to define, some qualities are key to take into account. A nursing...
The Importance of Healthy Eating for People with Parkinson’s
Shared from apdaparkinson.org. A healthy diet is vital for everyone and especially for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Not only is a healthy diet associated with improved brain health and increased energy levels, there are many specific PD symptoms that can...
Behavioral Changes and Parkinson’s
Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com. People often think of Parkinson’s disease as simply a movement disorder, but it also has nonmotor symptoms — symptoms unrelated to movement. Many people living with Parkinson’s show behaviors that are troubling to the person and...
How Loneliness Among the Elderly Can Become a Lethal Epidemic
Shared from forseniorsmag.com.Loneliness among the elderly is emerging as a significant public health concern, with its prevalence reaching alarming levels globally. Studies reveal that a substantial portion of the elderly population suffers from loneliness, a...