Early Detection of Parkinson’s Based on Typing SpeedTyping speed, the time it takes you to write a page of text, may turn out to be an early identifier of hand tremors; and a predictor of Parkinson’s disease... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dealing with Dizziness or Vertigo in Parkinson'sThe Mayo Clinic describes dizziness as a range of sensations, such as feeling faint, woozy, weak or unsteady. When dizziness gives you the false sense that you or your surroundings... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Is Medication-Induced Tremor (MIT)?Some medications can trigger the onset of a tremor, which are involuntary, unintentional, rhythmic muscle movements. Tremor occur in the extremities, the trunk and/or the face, voice, head, and are... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Unexplained Pain in Parkinson’s DiseaseTargeted pain relief for Parkinson’s patients may be possible with targeted deep brain stimulation (DBS). Pain can occur for many reasons. It can be an early symptom of, or unrelated... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Treating and Managing Tardive DyskinesiaTardive dyskinesia (TD) is a drug-induced involuntary movement disorder, generally of the lower face including the jaw, lips and tongue.1,2 It can also affect the trunk and extremities. The term... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Music Therapy: Sing Your Way Through Parkinson’sMusic has always been uplifting, and it turns out it can also be good for your health. People with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can benefit from singing. It is good exercise... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Capgras Syndrome: Tips for CaregiversCapgras syndrome (CS) is a condition that causes delusions that could have you trying to explain to a loved one you are not an imposter. This psychological disorder often complicates... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Is Capgras Syndrome?Capgras syndrome (CS) could have you, as a caregiver or care partner, trying to convince a loved one that you are not an imposter. Capgras syndrome is a psychological disorder... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How Does Parkinson's Affect Vision?We often read new articles about Parkinson’s disease (PD) that identify one of many non-motor complications of the disease. Upon first hearing of a Parkinson’s diagnosis you think about tremors, rigidity... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
What Is Punding in Parkinson's Disease?You may have not heard of the term “punding.” The behavior itself is as uncommon as the term. Punding is a compulsive need to carry out a repetitive motor behavior... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Parkinson's and Crohn's Disease: What's the Connection?New research shows a genetic correlation between Parkinson's disease (PD) and Crohn's, two diseases with no known cause or cure. A possible genetic link is related to mutations in the... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy: An Atypical Parkinsonian SyndromeProgressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is not Parkinson's disease (PD), but is a Parkinsonian-like syndrome. PSP is a rare brain disorder that causes serious and progressive problems with gait and balance... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Hallucinations and Delusions in Parkinson'sHallucinations and delusions are familiar terms but most people aren't sure what they really mean. A hallucination is a false perception: seeing, feeling, hearing, smelling, or tasting something that isn't... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Future of Parkinson's in the Palm of Your HandsAfter seeing, caring, and treating strangers, patients, and loved ones with devastating brain illnesses such as Parkinson’s, I felt compelled to help in whatever way possible to advance the knowledge... By Maria De Leon2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is Telemedicine Helpful to Treat Parkinson’s?Remember the stories your grandparents told about the kindly doctor and his black bag making a house call? Telemedicine is the 21st Century’s version - a virtual house call. Doctors and... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Does Medical Marijuana Help Improve Parkinson's Symptoms?Medical marijuana, known also as medical cannabis, has had mixed clinical results as a treatment to alleviate symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD). The effects of marijuana on the symptoms of... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good news is that there are lots of resources... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Perspective: Why Participate in Clinical Trials?When you hear the word clinical trial, what comes to mind? Lab rats, test tubes, Frankenstein’s monster? No offense to Gene Wilder. Clinical trials are essential to the research community... By Michael Church2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Clinical Trials: My ExperienceA clinical trial literally saved my life! It’s hard to imagine but it’s true. My Parkinson’s had progressed to a point to where I couldn’t tie my shoes or button... By Michael Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments