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Limited research says that essential oils may ease some of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, but more studies need to be conducted. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive brain condition that can cause many physical symptoms, including balance and coordination difficulties, stiffness, and tremors. The symptoms will gradually worsen over time, leading to changes in mobility
Brain Surgery for Parkinson's Disease: Overview
Brain surgery for Parkinson's disease can involve the implantation of a device or the creation of a lesion in a brain region that mediates movement. Parkinson’s disease surgery includes surgical procedures that involve device implantation in the brain or ablation (creating a lesion in the brain) to reduce some effects of the disease. For some people, this type of surgery can help improve
Eligibility for End-Stage Parkinson's Disease Hospice Care
End-stage Parkinson’s patients may receive hospice care when it's determined they have six months or less to live and require full-time assistance. Parkinson's disease (PD) is caused by the loss of functional dopamine-producing nerve cells deep within the brain. The loss of dopamine in the brain causes symptoms like stiffness, slow movements, balance problems, and depression.As a progressive
What to Know About Marijuana and Parkinson’s Disease as CAM Therapy
Using medical marijuana and CBD oil as a treatment for Parkinson’s may help with anxiety, appetite, and muscle stiffness. Learn what is known. People with Parkinson's disease are becoming more interested in learning how medical marijuana and cannabidiol (CBD) can relieve symptoms associated with the disease. Medical marijuana is a type of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) that
Treating Dyskinesia in Parkinson's Disease With DBS
Deep brain stimulation is a surgical procedure used to reduce the dyskinesias that develop from Parkinson's disease medications. Dyskinesia is a type of movement disorder that is characterized by involuntary episodes of twisting or writhing of the body. The movements usually involve the arms or legs, but they can involve the torso, head, or face as well. The individual
What to Know About Apokyn (Apomorphine Hydrochloride Injection)
Apokyn (apomorphine hydrochloride injection) alleviates Parkinson’s disease symptoms during off periods. Reviewed by a board-certified physician. Apokyn (apomorphine hydrochloride injection) is used to alleviate Parkinson’s disease symptoms during off periods. You can give it to yourself by injection.Off periods are the times when you experience a re-emergence of your Parkinson’s disease
Learn about safinamide, the first new anti-parkinson's drug in 10 years, which the FDA approved in March 2017. In March 2017, the FDA approved safinamide (Xadago) for clinical use in the United States. Safinamide is the first new drug approved by the FDA to treat Parkinson’s disease in more than 10 years. It is a form of adjunctive, or add-on treatment,
What to Know About Inbrija (Levodopa Inhalation Powder)
Parkinson's disease off symptoms can be reduced with Inbrija (levodopa inhalation powder) if you already take a carbidopa/levodopa combination. Inbrija (levodopa inhalation powder) is an inhaled prescription medication that is approved for the treatment of “off periods” that occur in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Your doctor may prescribe this fast-acting medication for you only if you