Why Are Clinical Trials So Important for Parkinson’s Disease?
Clinical trials are medical studies where new treatments, therapies and drugs are tested to ensure they are effective and…
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New App Allows Parkinson’s Patients to Adjust Their Deep Brain Stimulator
In this video from CBS New York, Dr. Max Gomez discusses a new mobile app…
9 Tips to Help You Get Over a Freezing Episode
It’s estimated that around a third of people living with Parkinson’s disease experience “freezing” from time to time. “Freezing” often happens when…
These Lifestyle Hacks Will Help Anyone With a Chronic Illness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpUNgYbsQms If you have a chronic illness, you know just how much energy it takes to complete your daily chores…
English Rugby Star Opens Up About Father’s Battle With Parkinson’s
Retired English rugby star, Mike Tindall, appeared on British television to talk about his father’s battle with Parkinson’s disease.
American Parkinson’s Disease Association Builds New Online Community
The American Parkinson’s Disease Association has partnered with Smart Patients to build…
Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms: How to Manage ‘Freezing’
Freezing is a common symptom of Parkinson’s disease, but can affect people in many different ways. Often a person freezes while walking,…
New Microsoft Watch Can Quiet Parkinson’s Tremors
Tech giant Microsoft has just unveiled one of their newest, most innovative designs:Â a wristwatch that can temporarily halt tremors in…
10 Benefits of Having a Service or Therapy Dog When You Have Parkinson’s
Service dogs are typically thought of as necessary companions for the visually impaired, but service and therapy dogs can be…
How You Can Fight Fatigue With Corrective Stretching Exercises
Gentle exercise has many health benefits, particularly for anyone suffering from a chronic illness. In this video, personal trainer …