The Parkinson’s Disease In The Elderly
In Parkinson’s disease, the part of the brain that deals with motor function degenerates and people have trouble moving, explains Dr. Andrew Forster, Internal Medicine Physician with Baptist Health Primary Care. Dr. Forster also explains the 3 characteristics of Parkinson’s: …
Parkinson’s Disease: Medication & Side Effects
There are two classes of medication for Parkinson’s disease. They increase dopamine and that helps with movement and motion. However, patients can’t tolerate higher doses of medications. The main side effect of the medication for Parkinson’s disease is involuntary movement, …
The Non-Motor Symptoms Of Parkinson’s
Cognitive dysfunction, psychosis & hallucinations, mood disorders, sleep problems, alteration in smell and gastrointestinal problems are some of non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s. Dr. Andrew Forster, Internal Medicine Physician with Baptist Health Primary Care, explains traditionally Parkinson’s has always been thought …
Boxing Programs and Parkinson’s Disease
Robert Prince, Owner and Trainer at Title Boxing Club of Palm Beach Gardens, explains with boxing you work your brain, arms, and upper and lower body. He says Pakinson’s patients are working their neural path, arms, legs, and their whole …
Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
Tremors that affect the face and jaw, legs, arms and hands; slow, stiff walking; trouble maintaining balance, and problems with coordination are some of the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Haronyd Melo Nunez, PT, Manager of Rehab Services at West Kendall …
