Let’s talk about speech issues
Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disorder of the nervous system that affects movement, muscle control, and balance. As the disease progresses, it can also affect a person’s ability to speak….
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Recent Breakthroughs in the Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain and nervous system. It is characterized by tremors, rigidity, slow movements, and problems with balance and coordination. While there…
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What is REM Sleep Disorder?
In order to get a good night’s sleep, we need to spend a certain amount of time in REM sleep (Rapid Eye Movement). This is the time that our brains…
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How do you know when your Parkinson’s has progressed?
Parkinson’s changes your body gradually, and not always worsening it when it does. I once had a terribly increased tremor that would not ease. I thought I was in the…
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Having DBS? Here are some questions to ask before surgery.
Here’s the scenario: you’ve undergone all of the required tests and you’ve been approved for deep brain stimulation surgery. Now you’re meeting with the surgeon or one of their nurses…
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