Physiotherapy using augmented reality (AR) glasses may offer a feasible, safe, and user-friendly way for people with Parkinson’s disease to practice walking and balance exercises at home, a study found. The approach combines physical exercise with interactive digital games, allowing people to train at home while therapists remotely prescribe and…
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Some of my earliest memories of my dad depict him like a superhero — the guy who would work all day before coming home and tossing his kids over his shoulder. He had a vitality that practically swirled with enthusiasm. After work, he could be found at the latest theater…
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My Uncle Brandon could have a few pieces of chicken and a room full of people and still ask, “Y’all want some?” Never mind that there wasn’t enough chicken to feed everybody. If he was eating, chances were he was going to offer you some. Food was something to enjoy…
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WellPD, an approved wrist-worn device that allows people with Parkinson’s disease to monitor both their symptoms and treatment responses at home, is now available for purchase in the U.S. and other countries, including the U.K. and Australia. Its U.S.-based developer,…
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People with Parkinson’s disease have different bacteria in their gut, the predicted functions of which differ from those in healthy people, according to a study from southern India that adds further evidence for a possible link between the gut, inflammation, and the disease. “These findings identify candidate microbial signatures and…
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The diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease threw open soul-searching questions in my dad, Jack, that I was unaware of. However, his probing became apparent when I was donating books to the library. My mom gave me a small box from my dad, who was no longer able to read because…
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