April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness month, so it’s a good time to learn more about this neurodegenerative disease and the best ways to reduce your risk. Parkinson’s disease is characterized by the progressive loss of certain neurons in the brain that are involved in motor coordination, resulting in symptoms such as tremors, stiff muscles, and…
Every April, those of us in the Parkinson’s community focus on raising awareness for this disease. Parkinson’s is a serious and often misunderstood disease that affects millions of people worldwide. As someone who has personally witnessed the challenges of living with Parkinson’s disease (PD), I know how important it is to help people understand this…
Almost 1 million people face Parkinson’s disease, and about 50 percent of these people experience dementia symptoms. Currently, there is only one treatment option for the nearly 500,000 patients affected by dementia symptoms of PD. There is a high need to discover additional, better treatment options for Parkinson’s disease dementia, and the only way to…
What is Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension? Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension (nOH) is a form of orthostatic hypotension caused by the brain. This type of orthostatic hypotension can be caused by conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, Multiple sclerosis, and stroke. The brain controls the body’s autonomic nervous system, which controls the body’s blood pressure. When this system malfunctions,…
Looking for tools and gadgets for Parkinson’s? If you live with Parkinson’s or care for someone who does, here’s a list of tools and gadgets for Parkinson’s to help make living with the disease easier. 1. Kizik Shoes If you have difficulties putting on your shoes, then trying some Kizik Shoes may be just what…