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January 22, 2019January 22, 2019

Deep Brain Stimulation Technique Lessens Parkinson’s Dyskinesia, Study Finds

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Using a parameter called interleaving stimulation (ILS) in deep brain stimulation (DBS) eased dyskinesia — involuntary, jerky movements — in patients with Parkinson’s, according to a new study. In contrast, ... Read more

January 21, 2019January 21, 2019

Inexpensive Hand-Tracker Accurately Measures Bradykinesia in Parkinson’s Patients, Small Study Suggests

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An inexpensive off-the-shelf hand-tracker can objectively and reliably measure Parkinson’s disease-related slowness of movement (bradykinesia) over time, both in a clinical setting or at a patient’s home, researchers report. ... Read more

January 21, 2019January 21, 2019

Onstryv Now Approved for Parkinson’s Patients in Canada

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Onstryv (safinamide) has been approved for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease in Canada, where roughly 100,000 individuals live with the disorder. The announcement was made by Quebec-based Valeo Pharma and ... Read more

January 18, 2019January 18, 2019

Mutations in Gene Associated With Hereditary Parkinson’s Disease Lead to Toxic Accumulation of Manganese

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Researchers have found that mutations in a gene linked to hereditary forms of Parkinson’s disease — SLC30A10 — cause accumulation of toxic levels of manganese inside cells, which disturbs protein transport and alters ... Read more

January 18, 2019January 18, 2019

Subjective Cognitive Decline Could Help Predict Parkinson’s Dementia, Study Contends

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Subjective cognitive decline in Parkinson’s disease could predict the development of dementia. As such, a suitable cognitive screening test could help provide an accurate diagnosis and prognosis. The study ... Read more

January 17, 2019January 21, 2019

Forced Exercise Improves Mobility, Mood in PD Patient, Study Finds

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A collaboration between Theracycle and Virginian Outpatient Therapy will replicate a forced exercise regimen on a motorized bicycle with evidence of easing Parkinson’s symptoms, including rigidity, loss of balance ... Read more

January 17, 2019January 17, 2019

Parkinson’s Subtypes May Predict Disease Course and Survival, Study Suggests

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Subtyping Parkinson’s disease at diagnosis may predict disease course and survival, providing both doctors and patients with a more accurate prognosis, a study suggests. The study, “Prognosis and Neuropathologic ... Read more

January 16, 2019January 16, 2019

Cognitive Performance in Parkinson’s Linked to Sleep Efficiency, Study Shows

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University of São Paulo researchers have found that Parkinson’s patients with dementia sleep less and less efficiently, which affects their overall cognitive performance. The study with that finding, “Global ... Read more

January 16, 2019January 16, 2019

Add-on Azilect Safe and Effective in Levodopa-treated PD Patients, Phase 3 Trial in Japan Shows

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Using Azilect (rasagiline) as an add-on therapy to levodopa was safe and improved motor function over one year in Parkinson’s patients with off periods, according to a Phase 3 ... Read more

January 15, 2019January 15, 2019

Smartphone App Can Identify Early Symptoms of Motor Disorders, Study Reports

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A smartphone application using a touch-based model is able to accurately identify early signs of motor disorders, according to a new study. The app, developed for patients with Huntington’s ... Read more

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