Clinical trials are medical studies where new treatments, therapies and drugs are tested to ensure they are effective and safe for human use. They can also be used to improve diagnosis methods and surgical techniques. Volunteers are required for clinical trials, and participants are often split into two groups:…
In this video from CBS New York, Dr. Max Gomez discusses a new mobile app which allows people living with Parkinson’s disease to adjust their brain stimulators. MORE: Seven things to know about deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease. Some people with Parkinson’s disease…
It’s estimated that around a third of people living with Parkinson’s disease experience “freezing” from time to time. “Freezing” often happens when patients are walking and suddenly change direction or while raising the foot to go up a step, but it can also affect arm movements and even speech.  Freezing can lead to…
If you have a chronic illness, you know just how much energy it takes to complete your daily chores and common household tasks. In this video from newlifeoutlook, Jennifer shares some practical tips to help make life a little easier for anyone suffering from a chronic illness. MORE: New Microsoft…
Retired English rugby star, Mike Tindall, appeared on British television to talk about his father’s battle with Parkinson’s disease. Talking to Good Morning Britain, Tindall explained that his father Philip had been experiencing symptoms of the disease for about 18 months before finally seeing a…
The American Parkinson’s Disease Association has partnered with Smart Patients to build a new online community for people living with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. MORE: Parkinson’s disease symptoms: How to manage “freezing.” The platform will be free to use for…
Freezing is a common symptom of Parkinson’s disease, but can affect people in many different ways. Often a person freezes while walking, usually when changing direction or walking up a step, feeling as though their foot has become glued to the ground. But freezing can affect other movements, too. Male patients reported…
Tech giant Microsoft has just unveiled one of their newest, most innovative designs:Â a wristwatch that can temporarily halt tremors in people with Parkinson’s disease. MORE:Â Inventor solves graphic designer’s problem with Parkinson’s tremors. The prototype was showcased last week at the Microsoft Build 2017 event in Seattle, Washington. The watch…
Service dogs are typically thought of as necessary companions for the visually impaired, but service and therapy dogs can be a practical solution for people with a variety of chronic illnesses. As well as being a trusted friend, service dogs can expand owners’ motor abilities, granting them new independence and allowing them…
Gentle exercise has many health benefits, particularly for anyone suffering from a chronic illness. In this video, personal trainer Ryan Krane demonstrates some simple exercises that can help counter the effects of chronic fatigue. MORE: Eleven facts about Parkinson’s disease you may not know. Krane shares five simple…
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