In recent years, technology has revolutionized the way we manage Parkinson’s disease (PD), providing patients with tools that offer better monitoring, treatment, and symptom control. By utilizing advanced, non-invasive technology such as wearable devices and mobile apps, patients with Parkinson’s can now take greater control of their daily lives. In this blog post, we’ll take… Continue reading Technology Transforms Parkinson’s Management
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Brain Detox and Parkinson’s: The Sleep-Cognition Connection
Introduction Parkinson’s disease (PD) is closely tied to the brain’s ability to flush out toxic proteins, with recent research shedding light on how quality sleep plays a vital role in this process. When the brain fails to remove toxins effectively, proteins such as amyloid-beta and alpha-synuclein—both associated with neurodegenerative diseases—can accumulate. In this post, we’ll… Continue reading Brain Detox and Parkinson’s: The Sleep-Cognition Connection
Swallowing Safety in Parkinson’s
Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) brings a multitude of challenges, one of which is dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing. This condition not only affects nutrition and quality of life but also poses serious health risks like aspiration pneumonia. In this blog post, we’ll delve deep into the intricate relationship between respiratory–swallow coordination (RSC) and swallowing safety… Continue reading Swallowing Safety in Parkinson’s
Unveiling Parkinson’s Hidden Symptoms
Introduction Parkinson’s disease (PD) is commonly associated with motor symptoms like tremors, stiffness, and slowed movements. However, a lesser-known but equally impactful aspect of PD is its neuropsychiatric symptoms. Recent research is delving into the underlying causes of these non-motor symptoms, such as depression, anxiety, and cognitive impairments, which significantly affect patients’ quality of life.… Continue reading Unveiling Parkinson’s Hidden Symptoms
Understanding Normal vs. Dementia Memory Loss
Introduction: Memory loss is a common concern, particularly as we age, but how do we distinguish between what’s normal and what may be an early sign of dementia? This post explores the nuanced differences between age-related forgetfulness and potential cognitive impairment linked to conditions like dementia. Using insights from the Being Patient article “How Much… Continue reading Understanding Normal vs. Dementia Memory Loss