The benefits of artistic activities for people with Parkinson’s Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a complicated and long-term condition that often impacts both physical and mental health. Traditional medical and surgical treatments are not always enough to help people with PD live life to the fullest, and creative activities – from visual arts and music to […]
Support Groups by Regions Support groups are at no cost to you and are open to people with Parkinson’s disease (PWP), including their spouses, family members and care partners. Each group is run differently. It is suggested you reach out to the contact before attending a group. Central Metro Northeast Northwest South Central Southeast Southwest […]
It has long been understood that Parkinson’s disease (PD) does not just cause movement, or motor, symptoms, but also causes a litany of non-motor symptoms with effects throughout the body. One of the organ systems that is affected is the cardiac system, encompassing the heart, as well as the major and minor blood vessels.
“ASK THE DOCTOR” WITH DR. REBECCA GILBERT Q: I always seem to be nauseous. Are there treatments for this? A: Nausea can be a side effect of carbidopa/levodopa, the most common and effective medication for PD. If this is the case, then try taking the medication with food. Some people find that dietary protein such […]
APDA is Committed to Reaching & Supporting More People with Parkinson’s Disease NEW YORK, NY, JUNE 24, 2024 – The mission of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is to provide the support, education, and research to help everyone impacted by Parkinson’s disease (PD) live life to the fullest. To promote health equality and access […]
Understanding Cognitive Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease: PDD vs. DLB Cognitive challenges are a very common non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease (PD). When the cognitive challenges are severe enough to interfere with daily activity, they are known as Parkinson’s disease dementia (PDD). You may have heard of another condition called Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB). Although […]
Dr. Gilbert gives in-depth answers to common questions that many ask with regards to carbidopa/levodopa treatment for Parkinson’s disease.
Understanding what factors may worsen Parkinson’s symptoms Many people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) experience variation in their motor symptoms (e.g. tremor, stiffness, slowness, trouble walking, balance difficulties) throughout the day and from one day and the next. This variability is often related to medication dosing, and you and your doctor may focus on adjusting the […]
Fostering Relationships in Your Life Chronic illnesses like Parkinson’s affect people with the disease and those who care about them: parents, siblings, partners, children, friends and co-workers. Recognizing that Parkinson’s disease can stress relationships in unexpected ways and being willing to discuss noticeable relationship changes with one another can allow relationships to become stronger and […]
What is drug-induced parkinsonism? The motor features of PD are often (but not always) very easy to see via a neurologic exam in a doctor’s office. Rest tremor (which is a tremor that goes away with movement, but often returns when the limb is at rest) for example, is seen in virtually no other illness and can […]
