This educational video from Parkinson’s UK explains more about Parkinson’s disease. The film shares that the disease develops in the substantia nigra part of the brain when the cells that produce dopamine begin to die. The loss of dopamine in the brain leads to issues with movement. MORE:Â …
https://vimeo.com/147745733 In this 2015 video from the Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson’s, Heather Knight, a physical therapist, talks about managing the risk of falling. MORE:Â Seven ways to help you self-manage Parkinson’s disease Knight starts by detailing some of the risks people with Parkinson’s face, including tripping hazards, different…
Being diagnosed with a complex and serious disease like Parkinson’s is never easy. Patients and caregivers immediately start considering what changes will be necessary in order to make day-to-day life easier and safer for the recently diagnosed. There are several things you can do to improve your daily routine while living with Parkinson’s. Many of these…
While the exact cause of Parkinson’s disease is currently unknown, scientists have come up with four possible theories according to the Mayo Clinic. 1. Genetics There are certain genes which, when they become mutated, cause Parkinson’s disease. However, these mutated genes are very rare, except in cases where…
Another musician is calling it quits on touring due to Parkinson’s disease. Yesterday, Glenn Tipton, the lead guitarist for rock band Judas Priest, announced that he would no longer be touring with the band. Tipton has been living with Parkinson’s for almost a decade, but was recently diagnosed with…
In this video from the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Dr. Rachel Dolhun, neurologist and movement disorder specialist, talks about cognitive dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease patients. MORE:Â Four possible causes of Parkinson’s disease Dr. Dolhun explains that cognitive dysfunction is a non-motor symptom whereby a person’s…
Because Parkinson’s disease is a progressive condition, it can be difficult to spot the early warning signs. However, we’ve put together a list of 10 of the most common early signs and symptoms of the disease, according to the National Parkinson Foundation. 1. Tremors and Shaking This is…
Living with Parkinson’s disease can be difficult and the condition poses many challenges, however, there are ways that you can manage it to make your everyday life more comfortable. With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of seven ways to self-manage Parkinson’s disease based on information from Parkinson’s…
In this informative video from the Khan Academy, some of the less obvious and well-known symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are discussed. MORE: Four possible causes of Parkinson’s disease The film uses simple sketches to demonstrate what happens in the brain and body of a Parkinson’s disease patient. Many people…
Last week, one of the biggest names in music announced his retirement. Neil Diamond’s team held a press conference to share that the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, and would be cancelling his remaining tour dates in New Zealand and Australia. MORE:…
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